Don’t be discouraged at the advancement of others even if you feel you are being bypassed.  Promotion comes from the Lord.  Keep yourself from complaining and becoming bitter through praying and knowing that Jesus is forming you and shaping you.  Rest assured that in His due time, He will place you in the position He has for you and others will see His hand of work in your life.  Learn and be patient.  Allow others to mentor you.  Prove yourself faithful.  Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus.  Make yourself available for service while continuing the point of need ministry of Jesus and allow Him to do the rest.

Know that you are loved,
gaj