I Accomplished More by Doing Less

I Accomplished More by Doing Less

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28

"What are you doing here?” I smiled, because I knew my answer was not what many would expect. After years in an exhausting and stressful job, I retired—not because I had nothing left to give, but because I had completed what was entrusted to me. My children had graduated, my duty as a provider was fulfilled.

Throughout my many years in church I had served in various ministries.

Now, I continue to serve—but without the weight of doing everything. 

Like Mary, who sat at Jesus’ feet while Martha was busy serving (Luke 10:42), I have learned that the best thing is not always doing, but being—being present, being at peace, and being in tune with God’s grace.

By doing less, I have accomplished more.


I have come to know God in a deeper, more personal way.

I have learned more of the true meaning of the rest that Jesus calls us to.

I have seen many others step up and grow in their calling.

I have found more joy in simple moments, unburdened by busyness.


Chuck Swindoll, in Grace Awakening, puts it well: “God is not impressed with our religious efforts. He’s not interested in how much we do for Him, but in how much we enjoy Him.” That truth has freed me. I no longer measure my faithfulness by how much I take on. Instead, I focus on what truly matters—serving where God leads and resting where He grants rest.

So, what am I doing here? I am still serving, still growing, still making an impact— I have found that by doing less, I have accomplished more.

Lord, teach me to embrace Your grace, to serve where You lead, and to rest in the assurance that You are always at work. Amen. 

The more I Prayed, the more I Lost

The more I Prayed, the more I Lost

Many people pray with the intention of asking for something. In fact, Jesus Himself said, "Ask, and it shall be given to you..." (Matthew 7:7). So, naturally, we often enter the prayer room with requests—seeking blessings, guidance, or solutions to our problems.

Even non-christians do the same in their own way—turning to idols, to strike 4D, gain material wealth, healing, or even praying for their children to achieve better academic results.

But this raises an important question:

What do I truly gain from regularly praying to God?

Nowadays, I don’t seem to remember much of what I gained—but I can clearly say that I lost.

I lost the burden of guilt, knowing that God genuinely forgives sins.

I lost envy and jealousy toward my schoolmates who are still thriving in business or making big money in the corporate world.

I lost my ego—the desire to own a bigger car, a better house, or to prove my worth through material success.

I lost the anger I once carried before stepping into prayer.

I lost greed—the constant craving for more wealth and possessions.

I lost depression, a struggle I was prone to not too long ago.

I lost insecurity, now that I trust everything is in God’s hands.

But most of all, I lost the fear of death—because I know my Savior has gone before me, preparing a place for me in the Father’s house, where I will live for eternity.

Looking back, I realize that everything I lost through prayer was never meant to define me. Letting go of guilt, envy, ego, greed, and fear didn’t leave me empty—it freed me.

After all, “What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world, but loses his soul?” (Mark 8:36)

Control vs Compromise

I usually try to do what she wants.

People say that my wife is in control.

I think they got it wrong.

It's because she couldn't control her emotions when things don't go her way, or when she doesn't get what she wants...

So in order to have peace, i endeavour to keep her happy, by doing what she wants me to...

I have to control my desire to lose temper even when i am angry.

I have to control my tongue so as not to let slip words that might cause her to have an eruption of negative emotions.

I have learned to even control my facial expressions just to keep peace.

So it is i who is in control of self.

Greater is he who can control himself than one who controls the world.

Review what the writer is trying to portray or his emotional state of mind. Is he delusional?

Be Happy

Q: Why do you consistently strive to bring happiness to others?

A: It's because I find myself in a state of unhappiness.

Q: I'm puzzled. Could you elaborate on that?

A: Well, I've experienced firsthand how dreadful and disheartening it is to be unhappy. My goal is to alleviate that feeling for at least one more person in the world.

Q: But I thought psychologists say, "Hurt people, hurt people."

A: The essence of the concept "hurt people hurt people" suggests that individuals who have undergone pain, trauma, or suffering are more inclined to inflict harm on others. This can take various forms, including physical violence or emotional and psychological distress.

Q: So what you're doing seems to go against that logic or concept.

A: Exactly. I aspire to break the cycle of reactionary hurt and strive to contribute to making the world a happier place, at least for one additional person.

忍而不骂

 

你想骂他 但你忍住了 本事 你不愿意 做这个事情 但是你把它 做好了 能力 你看不顺眼 但你还能 平等地对待它 修为 你咽不下这口气 但是你硬把它 给咽下去了 胸怀 这格局 不就打开了吗 你如果没有 这样的格局 那你心里边 天天都是 那些 鸡毛蒜皮的小事

Repress and Accomplish

In moments of restraint, your grace prevails, With words unspoken, anger curtails. Your strength lies not in vengeance sought, But in mastering tasks, diligently wrought.

Averse to deeds you'd rather decline, Yet you excel, each action refined. For though disdain may cloud your view, Fairness and impartiality shine through.

The pride within, hard to suppress, Yet bravely swallowed, no room to digress. This expansive spirit, broadens your scope, Unraveling pettiness, offering hope.

Without such a mindset, confined to strife, Trivial concerns would rule your life. So embrace this ethos, steadfast and true, Transcend the mundane, let greatness ensue.

控制怒火与胸怀广阔

骂字未出口，忍住怒火熄。 本事虽不欲，却将其尽善。 能力眼不红，平等待遇俸。 修为难咽气，强忍心头憾。 胸怀宽广阔，格局乍展开。 无此胸怀志，琐事扰心怀。

Repress and Accomplish

Unspoken curse, withheld in ire, Though you desired to unleash the fire. Reluctant, yet you performed with grace, Completing the task, leaving no trace. Your gaze may disdainfully roam, But impartiality you still show. Swallowing pride, a bitter pill to take, Advancing in stature, for your own sake. Expanding horizons, widening the view, Without such breadth, what's left to pursue? Within your heart, incessant and small, Trivial matters, holding you in thrall.

I am NOT Allowed to be ME

I am empty, there's nothing left inside,

A shell of a person, just going through the ride.

I'm not allowed to speak my mind or be myself,

Instead, I'm told to do what I'm told, and keep my feelings on the shelf.

When I'm happy, I can't express my joy out loud,

And when I'm sad, I'm not allowed to be understood.

I'm forced to suppress my anger and not let it show,

I feel trapped and powerless, with nowhere else to go.

I don't know why I can't be who I truly am,

The person that God has created, unique and grand.

But instead, I feel like a hollow and unrecognizable clone,

And I'm sorry that I can't be the person God has shown.

I'm tired of being someone I'm not,

I want to be true to myself, to give it a shot.

I want to break free and be whole,

To let my true self out, and finally take control.