There is nothing wrong with wanting more.
We should all want more, but when we don't do what we've been called to do in this (right here, right now) season, our "more" is not aligned with God's will. It's about us. So often we despise where we are for where we want to be because it's too "small". Our culture leads us to bypass humble beginnings to attain worldly heights. There are some higher levels you cannot fully appreciate and function in without the small starts.
If David hadn't been a shepherd in the field, I wonder how he would've survived the cave dwellings that led to his reign as king. If he hadn't been in a position to get dirty and defend his sheep...if he hadn't been in a position of persecution and ridicule, I wonder how much of a warrior he would've been. God was working some things within him while he was sweating in the fields, laying under the stars, caring for the flock, and writing poetry. What about Ruth? She easily could have left Naomi to fend for herself, but she was in the fields picking up what others left behind when Boaz spotted her. What if she had decided someone "owed" her something or she was too good to work in the fields with the other women? While handling her small amount, she displayed servant-hood, humility, grace, and mercy.
Be an imitator of God where you are until...
“The master was full of praise. ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant.
You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!
Matthew 25: 21
How's it going where you are today, dear friend Lou B? Praying it's well with your soul!
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