One of the challenges of life is how we deal with being set aside. This is often felt strongly by senior adults. However, it is not limited to them. It can happen at any age. Lots of things can happen to set one aside. Not being chosen. Discounted. Disrespected. Neglected. Etc. You must not allow being set aside to defeat you. God has not rejected you. Use this time to pray for those who are serving and being served. Do what your hands find to do for Jesus. Use it for personal growth. Let it develop character. Be kind and graceful, never resorting to self-pity.
“Who would listen to you in this matter? For the share of the one who goes down into the battle shall be the same as the share of the one who stays by the baggage; they shall share alike. From that day forward he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel; it continues to the present day.” 1 Samuel 30:24-25 (NRSV)
