June 23

Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men. — Prov 22:29 BSB

People desire to rise in the world, but there are different kinds of elevation. Some rise through wealth, others through social recognition. But the truest elevation is of character and worth, and it can only be attained through diligence. We are not to sit idly, waiting for promotion. Instead, we should be busy with the lowlier duties until the greater responsibilities are ready for us. Moses didn’t sit idly when he couldn’t be an emancipator; he was faithful as a shepherd, and when God called him, He found him at work. Jesus found Peter, James, and John fishing.

The way to ensure that we are needed for greater work is to do our current work well. Diligence prepares us for the next step. Do today’s work faithfully, no matter how small it seems, and perhaps tomorrow God will have something larger for you.