“At that time the disciples came to Jesus and said, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” (Matthew 18:1)
In this world, we are worried about position and status. People crawl all over one another wanting what they want. You are who you are. The Lord has placed you right where you need to be. Rather than worry about getting ahead – remembering that if you strive to gain the whole world, but lose your soul, you gain nothing Spend your time and energy on doing what the Lord gives you to do. Be guided by His grace and mercy.
Lord, You know the ambition in my heart. Help me to be whom You are making me to be. Guide me in Your goodness and mercy to know that in You I have my being. You will place me where You will place me. Guide me to understand that only in You do I have life. You are the Creator, and I am Your creature. Create in me the heart You want me to have and help me to be content with whom You are making me to be.
Holy Spirit, I cannot do this on my own, for selfish pride will rise in me. Guide me in the path of humility to be who You are making me to be. Help me in Your goodness to know that in You I have my being. May I learn from You how to live according to Your goodness. May I be guided by You so that no matter my position, I am content to abide with You. Lead me in the way I need to go. Amen.
