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Korah and his followers made a big mistake in thinking that their position wasn't big enough. Korah was a Levite, and his duty was to help in the tabernacle. This was a big deal! Yet, he and his followers complained to Moses and Aaron that they were taking “too much”upon them. They wanted more power and position. They wanted to be able to do what Moses and Aaron were doing instead of taking care of their position.

God’s response to these people shows how big of a deal their position was to Him. God said to them concerning their position,“Seemeth it but a small thing unto you…” God was asking them if their position was too little for them. He was asking them if their position was below their dignity. Instead of realizing how big of a deal their position was, they made the mistake, to their detriment, to criticize Moses and Aaron who had the positions they wanted.

Many Christians make the same mistake that Korah and his followers made. There are those who look at what they do and think that the position they hold is below their dignity. Many churches have been ruined because of someone who became critical because they wanted a position greater than what they already held. There are some things to keep in mind concerning your position that will help you to keep yourself from becoming critical.

First, don't forget the importance of your job. Whatever position you hold in the church is a big deal to God. God would have never given you that position had He thought you were not capable of doing it. Always remember that every position is important to God. Don't allow the Devil to play on your pride and cause you to think that you are above what you are asked to do. Keep the mentality of Psalm 84:10 which says, “For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.” This mentality will help you to keep a right perspective of your position and duties.

Second, stop trying to tell others how to do their job. Korah’s mistake was that he was attempting to tell Moses how to do his job instead of taking care of his job. Never entertain thoughts that cause you to critique another’s position. Always remember that critiquing others is simply being critical of others. If you don't entertain thoughts of how you would do another’s job, you will never become the critic that destroys the morale of the church.

Third, don't allow position to become your focus. Korah was wrapped up in position instead of being focused on responsibilities. God knows your name and where to find you, and He will notify you when He feels you should be promoted. Until then, stay focused on what you are supposed to do and not on your position.

Friend, the job God has given you to do in your church is a big deal. It is a big deal because you are doing a work for Him. Keep your eyes on the God you serve, and it will be easy to stay focused upon doing the best in your position.