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A man who grew up on a ranch in West Texas tells about a rickety, old windmill that stood alongside his familys 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 wouldnt 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 unsupportedcaregivers 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 ourselvesto intentionally turn toward the Lord and His Word and to drink deeply from Him who is the source of living water.
Whats 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). Its when God speaks to our depths that we are able to touch the lives of others. To refresh others, lets return to the Source of life regularly.
Read: Galatians 6:6-10