“Then the mother of the sons of Zebedee came to Jesus with her sons, bowing down and making a request of Him. And He said to her, “What do you desire?” She said to Him, “Say that in Your kingdom these two sons of mine shall sit, one at Your right, and one at Your left” (Matthew 20:20-21).
This world teaches us to get ahead, look for the highest position and seek greater status. God needs none of these things. We need none of these things. God has made you to be humble. Be whom the Lord has made you to be. Pride is what took down the devil and pride is what rules this age. Be content with your circumstances and seek to do what is pleasing to the Lord. In all things, serve Him.
Holy Spirit, You know the struggle that is within me. I seek to get ahead and be someone others look up to. I want positions that others look at and think me better than I am. Take this away from me so that I may learn humility and be guided to become what You are making of me. Guide me in the way of becoming like Jesus so that I seek the righteousness You give and live the life You have given me to live.
Thank You, Lord Jesus, for Your patience and guidance. You have taught all of us how life is to be lived. Let me accept what You would have me do and be content with where I am in this world. Lead me to love You above all things and not fall for the temptation of being someone that is neither fruitful, nor helpful to Your kingdom or to me. Guide me in living the life You have given me and teach me to be faithful. Amen.
