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When God Beckons

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When God Beckons

Last night, Leif and I were finishing dinner after a much needed sabbath day of rest.We were going to watch a show on television (I’ll only say it’s new, it’s on ABC, an it’s hilarious–but no, not going to tell you which one) when I felt the desire to tuck away and simply be with God.

That may sound strange, but the impression, the desire was so strong, I couldn’t shake it.

I really wanted to watch TV and fulfill my promise to enjoy the show with my hubby, but I knew I could not. I shared with Leif that I wanted to read while he watched the show, and he looked at me quizzically, but said “okay.”

I tucked into bed and read some familiar chapters in Genesis.

I was gently reminded that what was put into motion in the beginning of time continues today and will continue until the end of time. We are part of a grander story–and the role we play all depends on our response to God.

When God Beckons

As I read, I peppered God with questions: what to read, how much to read, and what God wanted for this time. I didn’t hear a peep–only a sense that the Spirit was saying, I just want to be with you!

How do I keep forgetting that God doesn’t want something from me as much as God desires to be with me? Why do I hesitate to respond?

I’ve been talking to a friend who is also experiencing God beckoning. She has this sense that God wants her to connect with Him more. She’s reading the Bible, praying, and trying to get plugged into a community with greater intensity. I keep encouraging her knowing that God’s beckoning comes in seasons. If we miss the moment, there’s no telling how long it will be until the next one comes.

The picture I have in my mind (and forgive the simplicity) is the bright red Krispy Kreme Donuts sign illuminating, “Hot Now.” When you see those words lit up, you know the donuts are glazed, warm, and fresh.

Pull over.
Stop.
Buy.
Enjoy.

The message is clear.

Some days the message from God is just as clear.

Pull over.
Stop.
Take time.
Be with me.

May we not miss the moments when God beckons.

*Photo courtesy of here

65 Comments

  1. Crystal
    Crystal on October 29, 2009 at 11:30 am

    Thank you for this post! Just the other day I felt this same urging and missed one of my favorite TV shows and treasured time with my sister because I couldn’t shake the feeling that I just needed to read God’s Word and be with him. Your post reminds me of a blog post I saw recently about how God is like The Giving Tree from Shel Silverstein’s book – that God is happy when we simply stop and spend time with him.

  2. idelette
    idelette on October 29, 2009 at 11:43 am

    Beautiful! I love when God beckons. If you reference doughnuts, I’ll talk pizza: I want to be “Hot & Ready.”

  3. mcfchr
    mcfchr on October 29, 2009 at 11:49 am

    Perfect … timely … thank you!

  4. tmamone
    tmamone on October 29, 2009 at 6:04 pm

    Was the show “Modern Family?” I haven’t seen that one yet. I usually watch “Glee,” but last night was the World Series (go Phillies!)

    Anyway, back to the blog…

    I hear God saying that to me a lot, “I just want to be with you.” Unfortunately I don’t really respond to it much.

  5. jlgerhardt
    jlgerhardt on October 30, 2009 at 9:56 pm

    I love the “Hot Now” image. You can’t ignore it. I guess you could, but you know you’d be missing out on something wonderful–something that seems destined. Yes, I feel that strongly about doughnuts. And about God.

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