It’s a wonderful day to be a child of God. Have you ever given your all to a person, place, or thing but was overlooked when accolades were distributed? It seemed as though the late night meetings, last minute phone calls, and encouraging words were overlooked or forgotten. Have you ever sacrificed everything you owned to assist someone who was in need, but when the tables turned no one was there to help you? You gave bountifully to organizations in need, but when you were in need people forgot about you. Have you ever felt cheated by friends and family? Because of your generous heart and free spirit, you often find yourself being walked over. Are you currently recovering from the neglect and abuse of relationships? You offered your all to a person, but (s)he left you broken. Has life caused you to feel bitter? Have you become furious with everyone?
This morning, I have been commissioned to come and minister to you. In the beginning you were the person everyone called on for encouragement. You enjoyed sharing a scripture or offering prayer to those in need. It brought you great joy when people asked for your advice regarding a personal matter. As time has gone on you no longer feel valuable. The people who once contacted you have forgotten your phone number. My friend, To Everything There Is A Season! There are times when you feel appreciated by everyone, but there are also times when you feel unappreciated. The Bible declares in Ecclesiastes 3:1 – To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: During the times in your life when you feel unvalued you must never allow the enemy to pollute your mind and thoughts. Allow me to ask a question: When people were calling on you for assistance were you doing it for the glory of God or for self-glorification? To Everything There Is A Season! There are times when God will use you for the assignment and there are times when He will use someone else.
My brother, my sister, just because your name is not being called does not mean you are ineffective for ministry. If you were doing it all for God’s glory, bitterness and resentment should not consume you. The Bible declares in Colossians 3:23 – And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; To Everything There Is A Season! Beloved, there’s a season of public display and there’s a season of quiet service. Beware of the enemy’s traps. The enemy will allow you to feel untouchable and irreplaceable. You will begin to think it cannot be done unless you do it. You will begin to compare and compete your ministry with others. None of this brings glory to the Lord. The Bible declares in 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do. During the times that you feel overlooked, learn how to encourage yourself (1 Samuel 30:6). Prayer for Today: Father, forgive me for thinking it was all about me. It was you who selected me for this great assignment. I give you all of the glory, honor and praise. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Scripture Reading for Today: Ecclesiastes 3
May God Bless you at Your point of need!
Pastor Darrick D. McGhee, Sr.