Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; and do not lean on
your own understanding. Acknowledge Him in all your ways, and He shall direct your
path.”
In the divine tapestry of life, each of us has a thread to
contribute, symbolising the unique path that God has designed for each one of
us. The expanse of the universe carries the indelible mark of our Creator, and
in His infinite wisdom, He has created each one of us with a distinct purpose.
Jeremiah 29:11 reassures us, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares
the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and
a future.”
Yet, in our earthly journey, we often yearn for more, or
sometimes feeling disillusioned with the course of our lives. How often do we
look upon the lives of others and wish for their blessings, their talents,
their calling? This, dear brethren, is a detour from the path of contentment
and gratitude, a dark alley that leads us away from recognising and embracing
God's unique calling for us.
The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Philippians, wrote, “I
have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content"
(Philippians 4:11). Paul found contentment amidst the tumult and the peace, in
abundance and in want. How did he achieve this? It was through surrendering
himself completely to God's will, to God’s calling.
God has placed us exactly where we are and given us exactly
what we need. Our calling could be unassuming, like Ruth’s faithful devotion to
Naomi, or it could be monumental, like Moses leading the Israelites out of
Egypt. Both played crucial roles in God's grand scheme, and both found
contentment and fulfilment in their obedience.
We are called to seek contentment, not in comparison with
others, but in knowing that we are following God's will. When we veer off the
path of contentment, let us remind ourselves of Ecclesiastes 5:10: “He who
loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his
income; this also is vanity.”
Dear brothers and sisters, let us seek to clothe ourselves
in contentment, to accept God's calling with grace, humility, and joy,
reassured that He will equip us for the tasks He has ordained for us. Let us
embrace our unique roles, allow God to lead us, and let us trust in Him,
knowing His plans for us are perfect. He is our guide, our support, and our
comfort. In His wisdom and love, He has chosen us for a divine purpose.
May we strive to be like Paul who found contentment in every situation. May we humbly embrace our God-given calling, serve faithfully in our position, and find our fulfilment in simply doing His will. May each one of you find God's peace and grace in your lives.