God's Word Transforming Me

"When the apostles returned, they reported to Jesus what they had done.  Then he took them with him and they withdrew by themselves to a town called Bethsaida, but the crowds learned about it and followed him.  He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and healed those who needed healing".  Luke 9 10-11.

The Lord has used this verse this week to teach me.  I'm feeling a bit worn out and desirous of a retreat.  As a result, this verse has really spoken to me.  Oh, alas, how selfish I am. . .always thinking of numero uno first.  Here Jesus wanted to withdraw, but what happened, people followed him. . .and what did he do. . .he WELCOMED them, SPOKE to them about the kingdom of God, and HEALED them.  Wow.  Very humbling.  I am learning that I am called to minister regardless of my state and feelings.  The calling of God in my life is so much greater than me.  "For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will find it".  Matthew 16:25