Why Not?

I'm studying a book written by Mark Batterson entitled, "Primal". There is a great piece in it that reminds me of a favorite section of scripture. In Mark's book he says, "As Christ followers we need to take a why not approach to life. It dares to dream. It's bent toward action. And it's not looking for excuses not to do something." That's good stuff.

It reminds me of the account of Jonathan and his armor bearer in 1 Samuel 14. The Israelites and the Phillistines are at war. There is an empasse and nothing is really happening. Jonathan, tired of the doldrums, says to his armor bearer, "come, let's go over to the Phillistine outpost, maybe the Lord will do something cool for us." (Interpretation mine) If that weren't enough, then he shows himself to them! Next thing you know...a Phillistine rout. I love Jonathan's attitude. Carpe Diem - Seize the Day!

So many of God's children wait their entire lives for the voice of God to call them to a particular task. Please, He's already done that in His Word. What we need to do is "man-up" and step out in faith. remember, "the steps of a righteous man are ordered of the Lord." So, worry about staying close to God (righteous), and let God worry about where tour foot lands. We just have to step - Why Not?