R.C. Sproul

It seems that prophecy has come true.

The king was carrying the beam of the cross on which he was going to be crucified.

Davy was amazed.

So the king was being a servant to others, he said.

Yes, Davy, Barnabas said.

It is a terrible thing that he's being treated so badly, but what he is doing is wonderful.

Davy was quiet for several minutes.

At last he said, if the king was willing to carry that terrible bean, I will not complain about carrying our master's olives.

I will follow Jesus' example and be a willing servant.

Grandpa looked at Riley and said, Riley?

Until that day when Davy was picked to carry Jesus into Jerusalem, he had never been given anything to do.

His master never picked him for even the easiest task.

But the other boys do pick you for your games, so I'd like you to try to be thankful you have a chance to play.

Can you do that for me, Riley?"

Yes, Grandpa Riley said, you're right.

I know I should be thankful that I get to play, even if I'm chosen last."

Good, Grandpa said with a smile.

Also, do your best to be content with whatever you're asked to do, because every player and every role is important.

If you were picked to do something special, don't get proud like Davey.

If you were given a job that doesn't seem to be so much fun, do your best at your job anyway.