"Trying to do the Lord's work in your own strength is the most confusing, exhausting, and tedious of all work. But when you are filled with the Holy Spirit, then the ministry of Jesus just flows out of you"

This quote by Corrie Ten Boom speaks with the value of depending on the Holy Spirit in our work for the Lord. When we attempt to do the Lord's work in our own strength, it can be overwhelming and stressful. We can end up being baffled and disappointed, and our efforts can become tedious. However, when we are filled with the Holy Spirit, our work for the Lord is no longer a problem, but a pleasure. The ministry of Jesus drains of us naturally and easily. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to do the work of the Lord with delight and enthusiasm. We can be positive that the Lord will utilize our efforts to bring about His will.