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John Deere 3:16

Wearing my John Deere hat always brings me back to my roots in the country; it reminds me where I came from! Recently, while speaking at a conference, I proudly wore my cap. A man noticed it and approached me, eager to share some encouragement and prayer. He spoke about how farmers work tirelessly, but with the help of big machinery, their job becomes easier. The bigger the machine, the lighter the load. He likened it to John Deere tractors, which do most of the work, allowing the farmer to enjoy the ride. Expanding on the metaphor, he explained that God is like the big machinery. When we trust in God's power and allow Him to take the load, our burdens become lighter. We simply need to join in the journey and enjoy the ride.


This metaphor really struck a chord with me. As someone who grew up surrounded by farmers, vast fields and the hard work of farming, I understood the significance of having powerful machinery. I'm certain long days of planting, tending, and harvesting are exhausting, but with the right equipment, the load is manageable. The same principle applies to our spiritual lives. When we try to carry our burdens alone, the weight can be overwhelming. But when we trust in God and rely on His strength, the load becomes bearable, and we can find joy in the journey.


A scripture that comes to mind is Isaiah 40:29-31, which says, "He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." This passage highlights God's incredible ability to renew our strength and lift us up when we are exhausted. By placing our hope and trust in Him, we can rise above our challenges and continue our journey with renewed energy and purpose.


As we each pursue our various callings, I pray that we would trust in God. Trusting in Him means acknowledging that we cannot do it all on our own and that we need His guidance and strength. It means submitting to His will and allowing Him to lead us on the right path. Proverbs 3:5-6 offers this wisdom: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."


In our busy lives, it's easy to get caught up in trying to control everything and to forget that we have a loving God who wants to carry our burdens and guide us. Let's take a moment to reflect on the metaphor of the John Deere tractor and remember that God is our powerful machinery. He is more than capable of handling our burdens and making our journey lighter. All we need to do is trust in Him, submit to His will, and enjoy the ride.

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