In a world of self-absorption and self-promotion, we think that we must create our own opportunities. But I’m here to say if you are marked, God is your best advocate.
“So Saul said to his attendants, “Find someone who plays well and bring him to me.” One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the lyre. He is a brave man and a warrior. He speaks well and is a fine-looking man. And the Lord is with him.” Then Saul sent messengers to Jesse and said, “Send me your son David, who is with the sheep.” — 1 Samuel 16:17-19
David was already marked as the next king yet we see here he was willing to do “king-less” work of tending the sheep. Instead of being on stage he was behind stage yet God has a way of maneuvering us into position when the time is right. King Saul was being tormented by evil spirits and thought that music might sooth his tension but he didn’t know where to turn to solve his problem. Then someone on his staff suggested David because at some point he heard him play.
- David did not fill out an application for the role;
- David did not use connections to get the gig;
- David did not broadcast his skills or talents or availability on social media.
David was simply doing the last thing God called him to do— tending sheep and using his talent of playing guitar– while waiting to be king one day. If you are being obedient, using your skills, and spending time in His presence, you don’t need to do anything to promote yourself– God will call for you by placing your name on someone’s heart.
- Joseph was in prison when called to interpret dreams before he became VP of a country
- Elisha was plowing a field when called to lead by Elijah
- Saul was out looking for lost donkeys before becoming Israel’s first king
I guess what I am saying is;
- if you are marked to be a speaker, don’t promote yourself, but let God create the invite
- if you are marked to work another job, don’t quit, but let God complete the app
- if you are marked to find a spouse, serve in God-honoring ways, and He will bring your partner to you
What I find is you are anointed before you are positioned but your opportunity is wrapped in obedience. Be an answer to a problem today.
Reflection |
How can this truth help you stay patient?