Too Mighty

i was reading the Bible this morning (something we pastors should do from time to time) and i ran across Psalm 18. verses 16 and 17 particularly jumped out:

16 He sent from on high, he took me; He drew me out of many waters. 17 He rescued me from my strong enemy and from those who hated me, for they were too mighty for me.

As a young youth pastor, i have come to the realization that everything put in front of me is way too mighty for conquering outside of Jesus' help. teaching, meetings, serving, leading, giving, pouring time, energy, and ability into a ministry; challenging leaders, teenagers, and parents. These are just a few of the all-encompassing responsibilities of the minister. grant it, they are not the enemies David was speaking of in this Psalm, however, they can be just as overwhelming and frightening to say the least.

Now, AS A MAN it is tough to admit that you cannot handle something; that you need help and are overpowered...overwhelmed. It takes a special prayer like this one, admitting the need for help and a rescuer, because life is way too mighty for an individual to "handle" on one's own. And the good news is: God Desires To Be our Rescuer, our Redeemer, Our Fortress, Our Rock, and help.
Boy i am glad we are not alone in this life! (read the beginning verses of Psalm 18 to get a good perspective on what is going on in verses 16 and 17. if you dare).