June 16, 2011 by Elizabeth Brill 0 comments

Sometimes the brokenness and darkness in the world seems overwhelming.  These are tough times for many at Samaritan Health Center.  I've been thinking recently about burdens--mine and others'--and how to handle them.  Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2). But also come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls (Matthew 11:28-29, emphasis mine). Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens (Psalm 68:19). Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God (Philippians 4:6, emphasis mine). It is a joy to be part of God's work in this world, but we are not God.  One of our Board members reminded me recently of a Hudson Taylor statement that "God's work done in God's way will never lack God's supply".  I am learning afresh to depend on God and to thank Him for His provision.