Day 20: Don’t Grow Weary

Let’s take a moment today to be with God. If you want to do this as a family, we encourage you to set aside time after your own quiet time to go through the family content at the bottom together.

PAUSE

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.”—Galatians 6:9–10 (NIV)

Have you ever felt exhausted, burned out, or ready to give up? Maybe you’ve faced seasons where it seemed like the effort you were putting in was going unnoticed or unappreciated. In the Christian life, these moments are inevitable. There will be times when doing good, helping others, and being sacrificial can feel thankless, especially when you aren’t receiving gratitude in return or when those around you are acting selfishly.

But here are two things to remember:

• You’re not doing it for others. You’re doing it for Jesus, walking in obedience to Him, and bringing glory to His Name. As Jesus said, “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me” (Matthew 25:40 NIV).
• God sees and remembers your efforts. Even when it feels like no one notices, He sees your sacrifice and has a great reward for you in eternity.

As you continue to hear God’s voice and walk in His will, let His Word be the strength and joy that pushes you to “do good,” serving, loving, and helping others.

PONDER

What do you do when you feel weary? How has this 21-day journey helped equip you for those moments or seasons of exhaustion?

PRAY

Father, help me to never grow weary in doing what You’ve called me to do. May I stay strong in following Jesus’ example and serving others, even when it feels difficult. Keep Your promises ever before me, reminding me of the reward that awaits those who trust in You. Amen.

For Your Family

PAUSE

Read Galatians 6:9–10 out loud with your kids. Whether you go on a walk, talk in the car, discuss at dinner, or gather before bed, choose a time in your day to discuss and pray together.

PONDER

Share the main idea with them.

• We must not give up doing good for God and other people.

Ask them:

• Have you ever felt like giving up when trying to do good? How can you ask God to help you keep loving Him and others?

PRAY

Guide your children to pray using these prayer points.

• Thank God for never giving up on us!
• Ask God for strength to keep doing good for Him and for others.
• Pray for Christians around the world to stay strong and for many more people to start following Jesus.

Pray this over your children:

Father God, thank You for never giving up on us! I pray for my kids (name them) to be bold in following Your example. I pray they’d be helpful to others, serving and loving them like You do. I pray they’ll remember Your promises! Amen.