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by Sandy Shaw
The financial crisis may be all over by the time you read this! And the global warming crisis, and the moral crisis, and any other crisis you can think of.
No. They won’t blow away that fast.
One could easily become spiritually and emotionally drained in these pressurised days.
Jesus Christ teaches people, “My yoke is easy and my burden is light”. Yes, it is a yoke and a burden but it is not dangerously heavy.
Do not become a victim of burnout. No disciple of Jesus in the New Testament suffered from burnout, so is there any practical help? Yes.
Eat well. God says that it is not smart to stuff yourself with sweets. Stop drowning in junk food. Educate yourself regarding good wise nutrition.
Know where you are going in life. Set specific goals and do not let mindless routine control you. Resolve problems before they become chronic and drain your energy.
People who wait upon God renew their strength, soar on wings, run without becoming weary, and walk without feeling tired.
Say “No”. If you have enough on your plate do not take on more commitments. Find out to what God would have you devote your time and talents.
That goes for food and drink too.
God says that your body is a temple for the Holy Spirit.
You would not allow someone to come and make a mess of your house. It is important to look after that house of yours in which God wishes to dwell by His Spirit. Treat your body responsibly.
There is a time to blow out the candle. Do not miss out on essential sleep.
If you burn the candle at both ends, you soon discover you are not very bright.
Sandy Shaw
Nairn Christ Fellowship
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Sandy has a weekly radio talk which can be heard via the Internet on Saturday at 11:40am, New Orleans time, at wsho.com.
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