“But many who are first will be last, and the last, first” (Mark 10:31).
In this world we are told to do whatever it takes to get ahead. There is so much selfishness, which shows up in shoddy work and indifference. The is much hostility on the streets of our towns and cities. Jesus tells us to place ourselves behind and under others, seeing them as more important than ourselves. When we get out of ourselves we begin to see that we are a part of and not the center of the world. We begin to see the Lord for who He is.
Lord, only one can be first and only one the last. Being with You in eternity, does it really matter who is last? From my perspective of time, the first joined You long ago. Help me to understand the nonsense of position that creates all kinds of devilishness. You are the Lord and You have created me. Help me to look to You and to be content with whom You are making me to be.
Lord Jesus, these are such simple words that have so much weight. Guide me so that I may humbly fall into place wherever You place me. Guide me in Your goodness and mercy to know more fully the truth of what You are teaching me. Then, help me to truly live into the truth that You have revealed. I am Yours because You have redeemed me. Lead me on the path You have chosen and with the place which You have determined for me. Amen.
