There’s no doubt about it, words have power.
Words can be the cause of stress that robs you of your passion, joy, and zeal to serve others. That kind of stress can trick us into believing that the grass is greener somewhere else and that no one — where we are at least — will ever appreciate the work we do to encourage and equip people to make much of Jesus.
If you are on the verge of throwing in the towel or simply need a boost of encouragement, be intentional about the words you allow into your heart and mind! Fill your day with words that affirm your calling, whether that’s through Scripture, quotes, or encouraging words from a friend or fellow ministry leader.
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To get you started, here are eight quotes from ministry leaders and eight Bible verses that will remind you of the importance of your faithfulness.
8 Quotes That Will Encourage You To Keep Serving
“The first question which the priest and the Levite asked was: ‘If I stop to help this man, what will happen to me?’ But the good Samaritan reversed the question: ‘If I do not stop to help this man, what will happen to him?’” – Martin Luther King Jr.
“If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.” – Mother Teresa
“There is no passion to be found playing small — in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” – Nelson Mandela
“If you have men who will only come if they know there is a good road, I don’t want them. I want men who will come if there is no road at all.” – David Livingstone
“When I cannot read, when I cannot think, when I cannot even pray, I can trust.” – James Hudson Taylor
“Our greatest fear should not be of failure but of succeeding at things in life that doesn’t really matter.” – Francis Chan
“There are many of us that are willing to do great things for the Lord, but few of us are willing to do little things.” – Dwight L Moody
“To be right with God has often meant to be in trouble with men.” – AW Tozer
8 Scriptures That Will Encourage You To Keep Serving
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.” – Psalm 37:5
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” – James 1:12
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” – Proverbs 4:23
“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” – Romans 12:18
“Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
“On this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.” – Matthew 16:18
“And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
Now What?
What words, quotes, and Scriptures have meant the most to your ministry journey?
