Most of us know the popular stories about Dick and Jane written in the 1930’s. The characters made reading so much fun. One thing I remember the most is, “See Spot run! Run, Spot, run!”. And at some point, I believe that Spot ran away. I recall reading many stories from the Bible about different people running, and I’m not just talking about Jonah.
In first Samuel we see that David ran to the battle line to meet Goliath (1Samuel 17:48), but then we also know that later, he ran away from King Saul (1 Samuel 18:5). Elijah ran from Ahab and Jezebel (1Kings 19:1-4). On another note, Joseph didn’t run, but he was sold away (Genesis 37:27). Nevertheless, he was removed from his home and what was familiar. If we rewind to Genesis chapter 12 – we read that Abraham was told “Get out of your country.”
The Bible enlightens us with so many that were on the move in the New and Old Testament, whether willingly or unwilling. And the list is too long to name! But I dare say that when someone was either forced, told to leave, ran-away, or asked to follow, God truly did some mighty works and miracles thereafter.
At some point, many that serve the Lord will usually face this dilemma or command. It may be a physical move, a mental decision, or a God given push or leading. For some it could just be to keep moving forward in the place you were called. In any case, let us be encouraged in what Paul told to the Philippian believers.
~Question: “Do you recall a time when you were impressed to obey what the Holy Spirit was telling you to do or where He was telling you to go, even when you didn’t have all the answers?”
The Bible says in Philippians 3:13-14 “Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; But one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.”
Published by Carole
I’m nobody special, but because of Him, I know there’s something remarkably special about that! I find that everyday life can be a parable that is tied to the Gospel in some way. Writing, care-giving, gardening, and being a good wife, Mom, Meme, and friend, describes just a piece of who I am. A student of the Word, and although I don’t always live up to what I hope for, Jesus Christ certainly does.
Once I get past rough seasons, it seems that the disappointments and hard times, always end up giving me a drive to write, a passion to share, and a fresh perspective on life. From relationships, the loss of my father, cancer, letting go of a successful business after twenty years, to being a full-time caregiver, all these things have given me a reason to find God working something new in me. And in all these circumstances, I’m positive that it is for my eternal good.
One of my favorite things to do is converse with like-minded individuals and listen to their experiences of seeing God orchestrating His plans in their life as well. I also offer a bible study zoom meeting and encourage others in the faith.
Check out my blog and maybe you can relate. Please share your response in a comment or how God may speak to you. I find that meditating on a particular story or scripture from the bible, will usually speak in some way throughout the day if we are looking, but there within lies the key; looking!
The “Thought Provoking Questions” I ask can be tough, but they are biblical based. Consider taking one at a time, like a does of medicine. And if it doesn’t go down well, please take it serious and go to the Lord in prayer. His grace is sufficient, but at the same time it’s critical that we understand about being set apart. I am finding the more I look into the first two commandments that Jesus gave (Matthew 22:37-40), the more fearful the thought of being a Pharisee, and not knowing.
If you’re unsure about all this “God stuff”, and want to talk, please email me @ findinggodineverything@mail.com.
It would be a blessing to connect and hear from you.
CAROLE
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