“Go ye into the village over against you: in the which at your entering ye shall find a colt tied, whereon yet never man sat: loose him, and bring him hither.” Luke 19:30.

Jesus’ disciples had been with Him for three years in intimate, one-on-one training for great works after He ascended back to the Father. They could have felt like going after a little donkey was an errand for which they were over-qualified. Maybe it was too trivial or small, and only a few would ever know about it. But there are no trivial jobs for the Master. Whatever He asks us to do is always important.
Most of us have probably felt the same way at times. We may feel that our role in the kingdom of God is unimportant. But I have come to learn that if we are too big for a little job, then we are actually too little for the big jobs. Sometimes pastors feel like they are too big and important for the church they are serving. One pastor actually told me once, “These people just don’t appreciate all my gifts!” Thats an exact quote, believe it or not! Again, if a person is too big for a small church, then he is too small for the big church he desires.
Another principle that I have come to grips with is equally important. I call it the test of obscurity. If no one ever sees us do what we do, will we continue to do it? Must we be seen and recognized? Do we have to be awarded with plaques, trophies, and certificates? What if no one ever pats us on the back and says, “that was a great sermon.” What if no one ever brags on your singing? I remember once hearing Dr. Jerry Vines use the following rhyme. “Where shall I serve today?”, and my love flowed warm and free. He pointed to a little tiny spot and said “tend that for me.” I said “No Lord, not that tiny little spot, none of my friends will see.” He wept as he sent me back and said, “are you serving them or Me?”
That colt was an important part of God’s plan from before the foundation of the world. Our Lord who created us and the donkey needed us both in His plan of redeeming a fallen, sinful world. Jesus often used common or ordinary things and people. In fact, throughout The Bible you will find instances where God used someone for no other reason except that they were in the right place at the right time. God does not have any unimportant people or jobs in His kingdom’s work.
So the next time we are commissioned to go ‘borrow a colt’ for the Lord’s service, remember that it really is a big deal. Know also that your obedience will not go unnoticed, or unrewarded. As Jesus’ mother said, “Whatsoever He saith unto you, do it.” This humble little colt was a fulfillment of prophecy made centuries earlier. Why? Because “the Lord hath need of him.” Remember that nothing is too lowly if the Lord needs it, and never forget the test of obscurity.