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what does 'in due season' mean for someone feeling the immediate strain of work burnout?

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Galatians 6:9

Let’s not be weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we don’t give up.

This verse is part of Paul's letter to the Galatians, a group of early Christian communities in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). Paul is encouraging them to live out their faith by caring for one another, especially those who teach, and to persevere in doing good, not just for fellow believers, but for everyone.

When facing burnout, how do we discern between the call to persevere and the need to rest or change direction?

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  • 2 Thessalonians 3:13

    Encourages continued good deeds and not growing weary.

  • Hebrews 12:3

    Calls for endurance by reflecting on the perseverance of Jesus.

  • Psalm 126:5-6

    Describes the joy of reaping after a time of sorrowful sowing.

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