A GODLY SHOVE
Today's reading: Genesis 16-19

"When Lot still hesitated, the angels seized his hand and the hands of his wife and two daughters and rushed them to safety outside the city, for the Lord was merciful." Genesis 19:16 NLT

Lord,

Of all the things I've asked before, this may be one of the most awkward requests I've made. I'm not sure how to word it as to make it sound godly enough, you see, King James English won't even help.

It's just that when I read the account of Job and his family hesitating at the edge of the city, steps away from the safety of your grace, I think of myself, my loved ones and my friends: We all need that moment of mercy afforded by You.

So, in the best way I can ask, with all the religious fervor I can muster, in all the spirituality I can gather, I'll ask...

Won't You give us a shove?

Push us ever so gently out of our comfortable boxes. Pull us along with You. Maneuver us into positions You can bless. Pressure us into obedience. Use your muscle to lean into us in the right direction.

You love us enough to do it. You know us enough to know we need it. You are more than capable of getting the job done in love.

So, I'll ask again, give us a little shove.