Weight of Responsibilities

Fortunately, I don't have the weight of the world on my shoulders, like Atlas did in Greek mythology; but, sometimes I feel like I do. That's why, when I came across a related quote from The Greatest of These, it resonated with me: "It's like the Bible says, 'unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required.' [Luke 12:48] I've been given much, and there's not a day goes by where I don't feel the responsibility of it in some fashion or form." How true. Most days, I just accept the responsibilities and do my best to fulfill them. But, occasionally, it hits me, and I struggle not to feel overwhelmed. As always, the best way to face our challenges when we are tempted to give up, is to look to HIM and remember what He has said in His Word. I am reminded that He said that "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light" (Matt 11:30); and "No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it" (I Corinth 10:13) I am going to trust that He will help carry the weight of my responsibilities; and that He will be with me every step of the way.