When we say that we are sandwiched in between two disputing parties, it is as good as saying that we are caught in a cross-fire.
And it is the most vulnerable position to be in as fire from both sides will end up on us.
It is like being caught between a dispute between our superiors and our subordinates.
It is a dicey position to be in as we try to find ways and means to appease both sides.
That was the situation Moses found himself in as he heard the wailing of the people and the anger of the Lord flared out, and he was greatly worried over this.
In the end, he turned to the Lord and lamented over the task he was given in leading the people.
It was getting too much for him and he even asked the Lord to take his life so that he won't have to see such a misery.
In the gospel, the disciples found themselves in an awkward situation when Jesus told them to give the people something to eat themselves.
All they had were five loaves and two fish, and Jesus asked for it to be brought to Him.
And here Jesus showed again that God can do something great with whatever little that is offered to Him.
Whether we find ourselves sandwiched between two disputing parties or that the task given to us is too difficult, let us turn to the Lord to ask for directions.
As much as with the Lord, nothing is impossible, He also want us to do whatever is possible.
We need to do something first, before the Lord will do anything else.