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Episode 242-Ministry-Why It's Worth It


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🎙️ Episode 242: Ministry — Why It’s Worth It!

💡 Feeling burnt out or discouraged in ministry? You’re not alone — and you’re in the right place. In this episode, we unpack why ministry is worth it even when it’s messy, exhausting, and unseen.

We just came off a 3½-day ministry retreat 🏕️ full of laughter, worship, and divine moments (plus a few hilarious behind-the-scenes stories 🤪). That time away reminded us that ministry is not just what we do — it’s who we are in Christ.

✝️ I. Ministry = Service

Ministry means serving others out of love and obedience to Jesus. ❤️

We share stories from our retreat about using our gifts — from hospitality and encouragement to prayer and leadership — all for God’s glory. 🙌

💬 Key takeaway: Every act of service matters, whether it’s preaching, praying, or disposing of rotten veggies... God sees it all.

😅 II. The Challenges Are Real

Let’s be honest… ministry can be messy because people are messy!

From burnout and long hours to spiritual warfare and personality clashes 😬 — the struggles are real.

But Scripture reminds us:

📖 “Love one another deeply, from the heart.” — 1 Peter 1:22

💬 Key takeaway: When ministry feels hard, love harder. That’s where Jesus shows up.

🕊️ III. Ministry Is Worth It

Even through the challenges, the joy of seeing lives changed, hearts lifted, and the Holy Spirit move makes it all worth it. 💖

📖 “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9

📖 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9

💬 Key takeaway: The reward isn’t in the recognition — it’s in the transformation.

🎯 CTA: Discover Your Spiritual Gifts

You are called. You are equipped. You are needed. 💪

Find out how God wired you to serve with a free assessment below:
👉 lifeway.com/en/articles/women-leadership-spiritual-gifts-growth-service

💬 Listener Challenge

Ask God this week:

“Where can I serve — even in small ways — to show Your love to someone else?”

Then take action. ❤️

 

Hugs,

Tracy and Cathrine

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