Second Fiddle

Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.
Romans 12:10 (The Message)

I used to play second flute in a youth orchestra. And third flute. It was good not having to take responsibility for all the solos. When the time came for a bit more volume, it was time to join in.

As a leader it can be tempting to constantly take on roles that involve being up front. However there are times when others are called to work at the coal face, with support from others in the background.

I'm currently working as the chair of a local chaplaincy committee for thigh school chaplains in three state high schools. No glory. Just hard work. And lots of chances to play 'second fiddle'.