MAY 14, 2012
The Old Windmill
Read: Galatians 6:6-10
He who believes in Me, as the scripture has said, out of his heart will
flow rivers of living water. —John 7:38
A man who grew up on a ranch in West Texas tells about a rickety,
old windmill that stood alongside his family’s barn and pumped water
to their place. It was the only source of water for miles.
In a strong wind the windmill worked well, but in a light breeze it
wouldn’t turn. It required manually turning the vane until the fan
faced directly into the wind. Only when properly positioned did the
windmill supply water to the ranch.
I think of that story when I meet with pastors from small churches in
remote areas. Many feel isolated and unsupported—caregivers for
whom no one seems to care. As a consequence, they grow weary
and struggle to bring life-giving water to their flock. I like to tell them
about the old windmill and our need to daily reposition ourselves—to intentionally turn toward the Lord and His Word and to drink deeply
from Him who is the source of living water.
What’s true for pastors is true for all. Service for God flows from within, outward. Jesus said, “He who believes in Me, . . . out of his heart will
flow rivers of living water” (John 7:38). It’s when God speaks to our
depths that we are able to touch the lives of others. To refresh others,
let’s return to the Source of life regularly.
When our hearts grow weary,
When our spirits dim,
He will go before us,
Leave it all to Him. —Anon.
When you’re weary in life’s struggles, find strength in the Lord.
Source: Our Daily Bread 2012
