Today's Reading: Exodus 18
"Take Some Advice: Share the Load"
It is not wise to try to do everything by ourselves. This
is the message from Jethro to Moses in Exodus 18.
Moses was serving as the sole judge for the
Israelites, listening to hundreds of their disputes and settling them. Jethro, Moses father-in-law, advised Moses to delegate some of his responsibilities to others who were
trustworthy and capable, so that he would not wear himself out and be able to
focus on the most important matters.
In 1 Corinthians 12, the apostle Paul compares the
church to a human body. Each part of the body has a unique function, and all
the parts work together to make the body function properly. Similarly, in the
Body of Christ, each member has a unique gift or ability, and all members are
meant to work together for the common good.
Applying this to the lesson of Exodus 18:17-18, it
means that we should not try to do everything ourselves, but rather recognize
that we are part of a larger community with different gifts and abilities. We
can delegate tasks and ask for help from other members of the Body of Christ
who are gifted in areas where we may not be. By doing so, we can work more
effectively and efficiently, and the Body of Christ as a whole can function
better.
Therefore, both Exodus 18:17-18 and 1 Corinthians 12
teach us the importance of recognizing our limitations and working together
with others to achieve our goals. We are not meant to work alone, but rather as
part of a larger community where each member plays a vital role.
So if you are attempting to accomplish things on your
own, it’s probably time you took some advice from Jethro, “This is no way
to go about it. You’ll burn out, and the people right along with you. This is
way too much for you—you can’t do this alone.” (The Message)
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