12/08/2026
*GOOD MORNING SAINTS*
*SPRINGBOARD DAILY DEVOTIONAL*
*WEDNESDAY 12TH AUGUST, 2026*
*TOPIC: SETTING YOUR SAIL IN MINISTRY 11* (Hands To The Plough)
*"Therefore, my beloved brethren,be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, Knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord"*(1 Corinth 15:58)
Boredom is a feeling of being static, weary and developing lack of interest. It happens to many if not all in most or much of our endeavors, relationships and very vitally our beliefs. Embedded in humanity is the constant craving for change in friendships, career or jobs, marriage, location. This is a trend we must exercise caution. Jesus said this much to His disciples. John 8:31 *".... If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed"*. The word "continue" here is the Greek "menΓ³", it means to stay, abide, remain. In Luke 9:62, Jesus said, *"...No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God"*. In ministry, you donβt change gear or shift attention. Paul, while exhorting the churches at Lystra, Iconium and Antioch said, *"Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God"*(Acts 14:22). They were to stay firm to their belief despite persecutions. Our faith is based on very static and unchanging facts and ethos. Rom 16:17 *"Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them"*. The word "doctrine" is the Greek word "didaskalia"; it refers to teaching or explanation.
2 Thess 3:6 *"Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye withdraw yourselves from every brother that walketh disorderly, and not after the tradition which he received of us"*. Tradition, ethos, practice, that is,things we do daily, yearly and ever. Yet in this,we must avoid boredom, an attempt to seek for βmore exciting truths, experiences", as it might tend to abandoning the faith. Hear what Peter and Paul had to say. 2 Peter 1:12 *"Wherefore I will not be negligent to put you always in remembrance of these things,though ye know them,and be established in the present truth"*. Phil. 3:1 *"Finally, my brethren,rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you,to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe"*. In christian faith it is safe to keep doing the same things. 1 Tim 4:1 *"Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils"*. Some are eagerly seeking for βnew truth",lost manuscripts, new revelations. They are fishing in troubled terrain. 2 Tim. 2:17-18 *"And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus; Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some"*.
Boredom is one of the reasons things of the spirit and such like are sometimes lost. Boredom has set in when we get weary with or at believing the same things,without seeking for others. Some feel bored with the same church and pastor and teaching(2 Tim 4:3-4). After the initial excitement stage then appears boredom - getting to hear same things from same person in same place. Some will say, "Canβt we at least see and hear something different?" Boredom as a logical reason looks appealing, yet evil lurks in the shadows. Yet, we can use boredom positively. After the excitement season is over, it's time to know the Lord beyond fancies. To be committed to our calling beyond immediate gratification. We are to be fully committed to our local assemblies and ministry in a very βboring" yet loyal and unwavering stance. This is where we find real growth,true commitments, loyalty and insight into His word. Hear Paul's further admonition to Timothy in the midst of boredom. 2 Tim 3:14 *"But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them"*. Continue ...,in what exactly? 2 Tim 3:10 *"But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience"*. Doctrine, which is teaching, manner of life,ways Paul does things, purpose, motives and reasons for ministry and what he does; faith,Christian living and persuasion, Long suffering, his endurance in trouble,Love, patience, waiting character. This is beyond just teaching similar subjects,even the mode, reason and method of things and doing them is to be followed. This might be boring or stereotypical - in the flesh. Yet in ministry, this is it. So get bored to grow.
*REFERENCES:Acts 3:19; 1 Corinth 2:15-16*
*PRAYER: I take advantage of boredom to grow.*
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