Every now and then, all of us need a little help to make it through. We need an encouraging word, some helpful advice, or simply a listening ear. These are the times when a faithful friend, a trusted companion, or a devoted pastor come in handy, because all of us need a little help sometime.
In the second year of my three-year Master of Divinity program, I remember falling behind in my work, largely because I was working full-time and doing a part-time internship at a local church. It was now crunch time. I had three papers and a final that had to be completed within twenty-four hours. At about midnight, I came to the realization I could not complete all of my assignments on time and began to contemplate dropping out of school for a semester. I was studying with a good friend with whom I shared my dilemma. He looked me in the eye and said, “You are not going to drop out of school. You are going to get a pot of coffee and stay up all night and finish your papers, then go and take your final in the morning.” It was as if the voice of God had spoken these words to me. I did exactly what he told me. I finished my assignments and passed my final. It would not have happened, however, if I had not gotten a little help from my friend.
All of us need a little push sometime. Whether it is to complete a necessary task or to go the extra mile. Help can often make the difference in fulfilling your destiny or not. Remember, God is always there to provide what we need. And God always sends his angels to give us that extra little bit of help to get us across the finish line. Thank God today for all of those who have provided help to you and be determined to offer a little help to someone you know who could use it.
Be Encouraged,
Rev. Paul
Rev. Paul Hobson Sadler, Sr, Senior Pastor
Mt. Zion Congregational Church, United Church of Christ
10723 Magnolia Drive
Cleveland, OH 44106
216.791.5760, mtzioncleveland@gmail.com
mtzioncleveland.com
