Observation: The Levites are organized by three clans - by the three sons of Levi - and each clan is given responsibilities for the care of the Tabernacle and all the items of worship. In each case, this results in a large number of men assigned to care for a limited number of things ... literally tens of thousands of men who might need to take care of a few dozen pieces of fabric, or a handful of gold utensils, or a few valuable pieces of ornamental furniture, or a couple large chests.
Application: In truth, God doesn't give us hard work to do. When he asks us to serve him, the work itself is often light and easy, and includes a community to participate in it together.
For a few months now, I have been resistant from doing too much. I am attributing this to age. For several years, I have been jumping into work that involves labor - mowing lawns, lifting large elements of the light show, climbing ladders to hang heavy decor - but I am feeling this in my body now. However, I haven't found the 'fallback' role for myself yet. Instead, I'm withdrawing from some activities, without the next area of service to enter.
God certainly isn't asking a lot of me. I'm just part of a large clan, and so even the big-ish and important tasks have many hands to help. I need to be aware that I should be a couple of those hands and not withdraw from service entirely. At the same time, I can trust that God is not asking me to do some undoable tasks.
Prayer: Lord, as I consider my role within the body of Christ, please provide me with your wisdom. May I serve you as you have positioned and gifted me, but also in ways that advance your kingdom and contribute to your people. Amen.
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