When You Are Dissappointed
“So I gave up in despair, questioning the value of all my hard work.” Ecclesiastes 2:20
You are not likely to succeed in life without the right people, but when the people you count on fail you, it’s painful.
Imagine Moses’ disappointment when he left his elder brother Aaron in charge while he spends forty days on Mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments. When he returned, he met Israel worshipping a golden calf made by Aaron!
When Moses needed him most, Aaron failed miserably.
But watch Moses: true leadership shines in disappointment. He confronted Aaron, takes the mess to God, and prays for the forgiveness of Israel.
God responded, then reminded Moses of his assignment. ‘Go, lead the people… My angel will go before you.’ Exodus 32:34.
Disappointment doesn’t cancel your assignment, or God’s presence. So do what God has told you to do!
What about when you are disappointed in those you have poured your life into!
Consider Moses, the founding pastor of the church in the wilderness. His congregation is made up of former slaves who have been delivered, blessed, and who are en route to the Promised Land. However, they do not have a shred of loyalty or gratitude for the man who put everything on the line to make it possible. Fresh out of Egypt, they turn on Moses, accusing, blaming, and berating him. Exodus 14.
Yes, Moses was disappointed and hurt. But each time he wanted to give up, he would discuss it with God, pray for his complaining congregation, get fresh orders from headquarters, and follow them as he returned to work.
That’s what ‘God-called’ men and women do when they’re disappointed and feel like giving up. And it’s what you must do, too.