Going up hill

I have now been in Helena for 2 months. I have been hitting the streets daily trying to build relationships and let people know of the bible study happening as I attempt to build up our church from nothing. I've attended several local churches and made friends with a few of the pastors, which is a total answer to my prayers. I believe every person should have a handful of people for accountability purposes. That was a priority for me coming out here on my own. I want to be held accountable and also to be and be an encouragement for others. Christianity although is a personal relationship with the Savior is by no means a solo project, there are no lone rangers if you're a strong Christian because you're aware of the dangers trying to do it on your own. This week was my first attempt to host a Monday night bible study. I was well prepared and eager to see who would take up the invitation to attend. I was excited as I drove to the meeting place, I was really excited as I sat there 30 minutes early to be prepared for guests as they walked in, and as the time went on for the 80 minutes I sat there - the excitement turned to discouragement. Not a single person showed up. Did I not work hard enough? I was disappointed in myself. As I drove back home, I questioned what I could've done better to get the word out. Thankfully that discouragement only lasted the thirty minute drive back home. I was reminded that it's not whether or not "I" can do anything. It's always Him doing the work. This is just the beginning of something I have no doubt that I have been called into. This is a spiritual battle that is unseen and I much rather have 1 or 2 people hungry to know God's word and grow in their walk than I would want to have empty seats filled and those people leaving with no thought to any of it once crossing the threshold back into the world. My Father encouraged me by reminding me that until I see the glory of Heaven it will always be an up hill battle in the ministry. If there is ever a time of smooth sailing, it's time to watch out because you may be drifting. That's my thought for the day. I don't know if anyone reads these posts but I pray that someone finds my words encouraging. Be blessed.