Then Jesus goes on to say that if we intend to follow Him, we have to let Him lead (16:24). If I put these two things together, it says that there will certainly be times that the direction Jesus is going wouldn't be my first (or 14th) choice! I, like Peter, obviously have a lot to learn about how God works. And the way I learn about how God works is to keep letting Him lead and not "get in the way" of where He is taking me/us. Last Sunday at church, I knew God was asking me for a new level of trust, a mustard seed of faith, just to listen in this whole area of justice and be willing to follow. Is it vague? Yes. Do I see the "goal" of this passion for justice? No. Will I just faithfully and courageously follow where He leads? I'm thinkin' about it......
Thursday, January 29, 2009
You have no idea how God works!
I read this in Matthew 16 a couple days ago. Context: Peter is trying to get Jesus to not go to Jerusalem where he was going to suffer and die. Jesus told Peter, "get out of my way" because "you have no idea how God works." Now those are strong words to someone who's openly opposing the injustice that awaits Jesus in Jerusalem. We're supposed to be passionate and brave when we fight injustice, right?
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Carla, your honesty makes me chuckle! Mainly because I relate so well to what you're saying. I have no problem listening and following as long as it causes me no discomfort...
ReplyDeleteMy dear Carla. Wouldn't it be great if one could just catch a glimpse of how God works/is working, or His ways even withoutany details. For me it makes more sense to run with Him somewhere, anywhere He leads. At least there is movement to something bigger than ourselves. I continue to have difficulty trying to follow as it seems like we are going no where...and finding this ole body crump..but waiting for Him to show me something. At least then I could think about it......:)
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