Digging for God’s Provision

A positive expectation of good is an attitude that makes faith work. I am not talking about simply being optimistic or a “glass is half full” style of person but rather one who has learned that God is more ready to bless than condemn.

Many people are almost cowering in anticipation of a rebuke or maybe a whack on the head from the Lord. This may be a result of bad parenting or negative experience with authority. In any case this is not reflective of whom our Lord really is. He is all about love, grace and kindness.

In 2 Kings 3 we read of a foolish enterprise by the kings of Judah and Israel to attack Moab. Like many things we decide to do, it was ill advised and poorly planned. Things started to go sideways and they could see disaster looming. It was about now they decided to consult the Lord.

As it happened, (the God-incidence factor), Elisha the Prophet was along for the jaunt. He was not impressed by the unequal yoke (partnerships never work) but because there was just one righteous person, he was able to speak for the Lord.

God’s solution was inclusive: Dig trenches! Make room for blessing. Despite our presumptions and being far out on a limb, God is not going to cut you off to drown in your own problems. Expect Him to bless you but remember to ask.

Ps David