Every
year with the arrival of spring — ants continually march into our kitchen in search
of any crumb left on the floor. They aren’t picky; a shard of potato chip, a
grain of rice, or even a speck of cheese will do.
Solomon
praised them for their steadfast work ethic ( Prov. 6:6-11). He pointed out
that ants are self-directed. They have “no captain, overseer, or ruler” (v.7),
yet they are very productive. The ants also keep busy even when it’s not
immediately necessary, providing supplies in the summer and gathering food in
the harvest (v.8). By the time winter arrives, they’re not worried about what
they will eat. Little by little, these hard workers have saved up enough to
sustain themselves.
We can
learn from the ant. When God gives us times of plenty, we can prepare for times
when resources may be low. God is the provider of all that we have, including
our ability to work. We are to work diligently, be wise stewards of what He has
provided, and then rest in the promise of His care (Matt. 6:25-34).
Let’s
remember Solomon’s advice: “Go to the ant . . . . Con-sider her ways and be
wise” (Prov. 6:6).
Trust God
for today—and prepare for tomorrow. (RBC)
