Lay It on Me

T HE P ROGRESSION OF THE B LESSING / 45

It would be some time before there was a Goliath to kill that would launch my ministry into the public eye (see 1 Samuel 16). Yet, Jesus was watching my every move. He saw my desire to accomplish great things for the Kingdom. In fact, I was so focused on the harvest fields where I ministered, I didn't date during my revivals. I did not want to be distracted from my mission. Those years of almost complete isolation have ceased. I now have a beautiful wife, a son and daughter. God has blessed this ministry to reach thousands of people around the world. I believe it is because of my total commitment to the assignment I have been given. Leaders of great ministries and pastors of large churches have told me it is difficult to find a secretary, an office manager or workers who will stay committed to the task at hand. It is just as difficult to find people who will work hard and help carry the burden of the ministry. Sad to say, some people take little pride in their accomplishments for God. It seems they simply work for a paycheck and that's all. Others are "biding their time" where they are, waiting until God opens a bigger and better door for them. When that opportunity comes, there they go. We have many friends who own both small and large businesses, as well as those who direct large ministries. A common challenge they share is not being able to find good workers to help with the demands of the business or the ministry. Businessmen, such as Boaz, are always looking for workers who will WORK. Ruth was a dedicated worker. Remember, except for the grain she collected, she wasn't getting paid for her labor! In fact, the portion of grain she collected was taken home to Naomi. She