Being Involved in Others' lives

1 Thessalonians 1 & 2

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Being involved in others' lives is no laughing matter; it is not easy at all. Many times, the hard work and effort seem to be futile but one can only hope to sow as God leads.

God is reminding me of that as I ponder over the service in various ministries; when little fruit result, I feel like backing down. Perhaps it is a time to be 'under the shelter of God's wings' to be refreshed and to hear from God again.

There are many points of reminder:
1) God has chosen me to be His child and worker (1:4)
2) Be a model to all believers of my faith (1:7)
3) serve the Living and True God as I await for Christ's return (1:9)
4) Do not try to please man but God (2:4)
5) Do not seek praise from man (2:6)
6) Be gentle with each other (2:7)
7) Being a 'spiritual father' (2:11,12)
8) Accept the Word of God at work in me. (2:13)

These traits will strengthen me as I continue to work with people. Life is all about people interaction.