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Originally Posted by a mere housewife  It seems, Pergy and Leslie, like the 'restrictions' you make in this area are because you are focused on giving to these people as a way of life, and if you don't set some kind of disciplined limitations in this area, the vastness of the need would simply overwhelm and make utterly ineffectual what you are able to offer.
It also sounds like for both of you, it is not a drudgery or a guilt trip you're on but a joy to have something to share, and to be able to give it to those who have nothing. I pray God blesses you for resembling Him in this way. |
Yep, Heidi's right. You two are in the trenches serving the "least of these". The Lord set the example of serving selflessly, and yet even He in His humanity took time away from the crowds. He recorded that for a reason. It would be an unwise stewardship of the resources He gives you to burn yourselves out or deprive your families of the time together you all need to stay healthy.
Let us "flatlanders" wrestle with guilt over our insufficient charity, you folks need to set wise boundaries. Praying for you both, and all those who serve in like manner.