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2026年6月28日
一顆與人共擔重擔的心
出埃及記18章標誌著以色列旅程中的一個重要轉折點。在上帝從埃及拯救他的子民並擊敗敵人後，摩西的岳父耶特羅來拜訪。本章並非以神蹟為中心，而是關於智慧、領導、謙卑，以及神透過他人的供應。
見證神的信實
當耶忒羅來到時，摩西並沒有先談論自己。他反而敘述了主所做的一切——上帝如何拯救以色列，在艱難中保護他們，並擊敗法老。
「摩西把耶和華所行的一切告訴他的岳父……」（ 出埃及記 18：8）
我們的見證是榮耀神最偉大的方式之一。當我們記得祂的信實時，信心會更加堅定，也鼓勵他人敬拜祂。
有時我們太專注於眼前的挑戰，反而忘了回想神過去的勝利。出埃及記第18章提醒我們要成為不斷講述神良善故事的人。
上帝藉由他人賜予我們智慧
耶特羅觀察摩西從早到晚審判每一場爭執。雖然摩西出於善意，耶特羅也明白這樣的工作最終會耗盡摩西和百姓的精力。
他的建議很簡單：
- 繼續教導神的律法。
- 繼續尋求上帝。
- 但要任命值得信賴的領導者來協助承擔責任。
這揭示了一個重要的靈性原則：
上帝從未希望祂的僕人獨自承擔所有重擔。
許多信徒誤以為求助是軟弱的表現。然而，在聖經中，神經常透過祂的子民互相扶持。智慧的建議是上帝賜予的恩賜之一。
領導力是裝備他人
這個原則貫穿整本聖經：
- 摩西訓練領袖。
- 約書亞繼承了摩西的職位。
- 耶穌裝備了十二門徒。
- 使徒們任命長老和執事來照顧日益壯大的教會。
健康的事工從來不是圍繞一個人建立，而是圍繞著神的子民，依照祂賜給每個人的恩賜一起服事。
安息是靠神的命令而來
「如果你這麼做……你能承受壓力，這些人都會心滿意足回家。」（出埃及記 18：23）
上帝不是混亂的神，而是秩序的神。
有時我們的疲憊並非來自於做神的工作，而是因為試圖用自己的力量或未跟隨祂的智慧去做神的工作。
當我們信靠上帝的設計時，負擔會變得輕盈，喜樂會增加，社群也會繁榮起來。
我們祈禱：
天父，
主啊，賜我一顆謙卑的心，願意接受智慧與糾正。去除所有讓我只依賴自己理解的驕傲。幫助我認識祢為我所安排、鼓勵、堅強並依照祢旨意引導我的人。
教我不要背負祢從未想讓我獨自承擔的重擔。賜我智慧，讓我能委派責任、信任他人，並與信徒們一同在團結與愛中合作。我鼓勵他人運用祢賜予他們的恩賜，使祢的國度得以成長。
當我感到不堪負荷時，提醒我你的軛是輕盈的，你的負擔是輕盈的。幫助我依照祢的智慧，而非我自己的力量來組織我的生命。請以平安、耐心與辨識充滿我，讓我每天都忠心服事祢。
奉耶穌基督寶貴的名禱告。
阿門。
June 28 2026
A Heart That Shares the Burden
Exodus 18 marks an important turning point in Israel’s journey. After God delivered His people from Egypt and defeated their enemies, Moses’ father-in-law, Jethro, came to visit. This chapter is not centered on miracles, but on wisdom, leadership, humility, and God’s provision through others.
Testify to God’s Faithfulness
When Jethro arrived, Moses did not begin by speaking about himself. Instead, he recounted everything the Lord had done—how God rescued Israel, protected them through hardships, and defeated Pharaoh.
“Moses told his father-in-law all that the LORD had done…” (Exodus 18:8)
Our testimony is one of the greatest ways to glorify God. When we remember His faithfulness, our faith is strengthened, and others are encouraged to worship Him.
Sometimes we are so focused on our present challenges that we forget to recount God’s past victories. Exodus 18 reminds us to become people who continually tell the story of God’s goodness.
God Uses Others to Give Us Wisdom
Jethro observed Moses judging every dispute from morning until evening. Although Moses had good intentions, Jethro recognized that this workload would eventually exhaust both Moses and the people.
His advice was simple:
- Continue teaching God’s laws.
- Continue seeking God.
- But appoint trustworthy leaders to help bear the responsibility.
This reveals an important spiritual principle:
God never intended His servants to carry every burden alone.
Many believers mistakenly think that asking for help is a sign of weakness. Yet throughout Scripture, God often works through His people to support one another. Wise counsel is one of God’s gifts.
Leadership Is About Equipping Others
This principle continues throughout the Bible:
- Moses trained leaders.
- Joshua succeeded Moses.
- Jesus equipped the twelve disciples.
- The apostles appointed elders and deacons to care for the growing church.
Healthy ministry is never built around one person but around God’s people serving together according to the gifts He has given each one.
Rest Comes Through God’s Order
Jethro concluded:
“If you do this… you will be able to stand the strain, and all these people will go home satisfied.” (Exodus 18:23)
God is not a God of confusion but of order.
Sometimes our exhaustion does not come from doing God’s work, but from trying to do God’s work in our own strength or without following His wisdom.
When we trust God’s design, burdens become lighter, joy increases, and the community flourishes.
We pray:
Heavenly Father,
Lord, give me a humble heart that is willing to receive wisdom and correction. Remove every trace of pride that causes me to rely only on my own understanding. Help me recognize the people You have placed around me to encourage, strengthen, and guide me according to Your will.
Teach me not to carry burdens that You never intended me to bear alone. Grant me wisdom to delegate responsibilities, trust others, and work together with fellow believers in unity and love. May I encourage others to use the gifts You have given them so that Your Kingdom may grow.
When I feel overwhelmed, remind me that Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light. Help me organize my life according to Your wisdom rather than my own strength. Fill me with peace, patience, and discernment as I seek to serve You faithfully each day.
In the precious name of Jesus Christ I pray.
Amen.
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