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To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everybody else, Jesus told this parable:

Ask the Lord of the harvest … to send out workers into his harvest field. ­­– LUKE 10:2

In our journey through life, as we follow the Lord’s call, Christians are a sent people. Before his ascension into heaven, Jesus told us, through the apostles, to go into the world with a gospel that has the power to change lives. These marching orders have had a profound impact on the history of the world.

But as for me and my household, we will serve (avodah) the Lord. – JOSHUA 24:15

Avodah. One Hebrew word. Three simultaneous meanings.

The concept of “Avodah” means work, worship and service. Whatever it is – our work, our worship, or our service if led by the Holy Spirit, is honoring to God.

Life’s trials are tough, but desert seasons are downright scary – especially when they impact our work. Our identity is challenged, our ability to provide for ourselves and our family is threatened, and any security we may have experienced previously goes out the window. You never know how long it will last, or how it will turn out. It’s as if a sandstorm of uncertainty gets stirred up, making it almost impossible to see even just the next step.