How do you know when God is at work? Often, it’s in the moments that look ordinary—but reveal extraordinary character.
Genesis 24 tells the story of Abraham’s servant sent to find a wife for Isaac. He prayed a very specific prayer: that the right woman would not only offer him water but would also offer to water his camels. That’s not just polite hospitality—that’s an enormous undertaking.
Let’s break it down.
A single camel can drink up to 25 gallons after a long journey. The servant had ten camels with him. That’s 250 gallons. A typical water jar of the time held about 3 gallons—around 30 pounds per trip. That means Rebecca may have made over 80–100 trips up and down the steps of the well to fulfill that offer.
She didn’t hesitate. She didn’t calculate the cost. She just served.
Rebecca’s willingness to go above and beyond wasn’t just good manners. It was love in action—the kind of love that reflects the character of God. Her initiative, strength, and generosity were evidence of a heart fully alive and surrendered. It’s no surprise that this act became the signpost God used to confirm His will.
It reminds us of Paul’s words in Galatians 5:13:
“Through love serve one another.”
Or Jesus’ own model in John 13, when He stooped to wash the disciples’ feet—the lowliest job in the house—and said,
“I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you” (John 13:15).
And then there’s Colossians 3:23–24, where Paul reminds us:
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men… You are serving the Lord Christ.”
True service is love in motion. It costs something. It pours out. It often goes unnoticed. But heaven sees.
Rebecca didn’t know she was stepping into a divine moment that would change her life and fulfill a covenant promise to Abraham. She simply responded with a generous, willing heart.
Let’s be people who serve like that—who don’t measure the cost before we love, but trust that God is in the extra mile.
This week, ask yourself:
- Where is God inviting me to serve beyond what’s required?
- Who needs love poured out, not just ladled sparingly?
Love isn’t afraid of heavy jars or long stairs. It just shows up, again and again—and reveals the presence of God in the process.
And that’s the Mid-week Memo.
Steve.
