Have you ever felt weary, tired or worn out? What are some causes of weariness? How do we avoid weariness? First what does the word weary mean? According to the Dictionary the word weary means, “feeling or showing tiredness especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep.”
The bible tells us in Galatians 6:9 “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” The word weary in this scripture means in the Strong’s Greek Dictionary “to be (bad or) weak i.e., by imp. To fail (in heart) faint: be weary”
When we think about doing good and doing work for others wellbeing it is essential to understand that God has a timing involved in all aspects of life. This passage in the word of God is to encourage the people to not loose heart in their due season of waiting while doing good. Whether you’re in ministry or not we all have our waiting on God times. For those who have visions and dreams of what God has called you to do. Be encouraged to rest in that God has perfect timing.
We can become weary in soul, body, and spirit.
How does weariness come? It comes through one having our eyes on the outcomes we want that are not happening. Putting our eyes on the outcome affects our mind and heart. Because we begin to think it should be….
Secondly weariness can come due to waiting. a) Waiting for the resources to carry out the vision God called you to do or whatever plan you’re wanting to accomplish. b) Waiting for the fulfillment of a vision, mission, dream, plan… c) waiting for the timing “due season.”
Thirdly, avoid comparing yourself to others. This is a trick of the enemy to make you unsatisfied and it only opens the door to envy, jealousy and strife. Be you and wait on God he has never forgotten anyone.
How do we overcome weariness? We overcome by His grace that strengthens us in body, soul and spirit. In 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 The apostle Paul says, “Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me. 9) And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, most gladly I will boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
This is how we overcome weariness? As the Apostle Paul did through the grace given to him by the Lord. Ask for grace, receive the grace to do what you are called to do. Believe and receive it through faith that this is a tangible presence of strength and help. Lean on His grace. You can grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ, therefore, daily ask for more grace and lean on His strength. To do all you need to do for that day.
Guard you heart, mind, emotions with grace.
Guard you body. Give it rest through grace. It’s important to listen to our bodies so that we don’t wear them down.
Guard your spirit through praise and refilling of His Spirit with grace.
Remember to ask, receive and lean on the Grace of God daily.