Buried, But Rising Again
As I reviewed Jesus' burial, I noticed how two "secret" disciples emerge to publicly make preparations for Jesus' burial. Both Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea step forward to take care of Jesus' body. In contrast, the eleven most public and closest disciples ran away. God uses even the "secret" disciple to advance His Kingdom. So don't think you have to always speak up. Maybe God wants you to remain a "secret" disciple so that you can step up later in a public way to advance His Kingdom.
God, may I seek to do your will and advance Your Kingdom. Help me to grow as a disciple of Christ. In Jesus' name, amen.