Saying "No" to Ministry

When it comes to ministry, there are:

• Couch Christians who always say "no."
• Burnt-out Christians who never say "no." 
• Wise Christians who understand when to say "no."

As a new believer, I was burnt-out.

Then I realized I couldn’t effectively do the things God wanted me to do if I was also doing things He wanted others to do.  

The most important way to determine our priorities is through prayer, and these three questions can help us determine if a new project is something God has called us to do (Philippians 4:6; Proverbs 3:5-6).

1. Can I take on this new project without neglecting my other responsibilities? (Colossians 3:23)
2. How would my spouse, friends, or parents counsel me about this new project? (Proverbs 15:22; Ephesians 5:22)
3. Am I overextending myself simply to "look good" to others? (Proverbs 29:25)

We can avoid burn-out by pursuing God's plans and purposes (Ephesians 2:10).

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