What a beautiful thing it is to see a man who willingly offers himself to the Lord in service, for one volunteer is worth twenty pressed men, and his labor, done freely, is as a sweet savor before God. This man came not for hire, nor for the praise of men, but of his own accord, giving his time and skill as an act of charity, and in this he reflects the very heart of the Master who, though He was rich, yet for our sakes became poor. Let us give thanks that the Spirit still moves in the hearts of men to such kindness, for it is free grace that first gives us the will to serve, and then the power to perform it.
Let us now lift up this good man before the throne, that the God of all comfort would guide his hands when he returns, and grant that the vessel which now fails may soon be set right. May the Lord adjust what is amiss, that the seal may hold and the waters flow as they ought, for every good giving and every perfect gift is from above, and He who has given this brother a ready mind will not withhold the necessary skill to finish the work. Pray that his regular labor be not hindered, and that he be strengthened in body and soul, for the Lord loves a cheerful giver, whether of substance or of service.
And let this small mercy preach a larger sermon to your own heart. Even as this repairman comes again to mend what is broken, so the Lord Jesus comes to us, again and again, with free pardon, not because of our deservings, but because of His own infinite grace. When the soul will not seal, and the springs of repentance refuse to flow, He does not cast us off, but in patience He works upon us until all is restored. Cling to this free grace, and as you have been freely given, so freely give thanks and praise. Though the trouble seems but a trifle, yet in it your heavenly Father bids you to cast all your care upon Him, for He careth for you. Amen.