Covenant, Not Contract

“Behind the question “What is God's will and purpose for my life?” is sometimes a subtle selfishness. We often ask the question not as a servant waiting to be sent, but as a master demanding to know. Instead of rejoicing, we get impatient and envious when we watch God raising other people up to do his work. Instead of waiting upon the Lord as our hope in life and death, we wait upon the “great work” we will do to bring meaning and importance to our lives. So, in perpetually crying, “Use me!”, we make our own significance, fulfillment, and legacy the center of our prayers.” - Covenant, Not Contract, by Irene Sun