There is Power in Positioning

In church on Sunday, I had a chance to speak about the two blind men that encountered Jesus, and received their sight. (Matthew 20:29-34) I cannot help but ponder on the first point I shared with the congregation, “there is power in positioning.” As discussed on Sunday, “our problems may be the things that put us in position to encounter Christ.” Simply put, “God will use anything to get you in a position to encounter the living Christ Jesus.”

Have you ever thought about what it took to get you in the place you find yourself in? School, relationship, finances, sickness, wellness, emotions, death, {to name a few} are places that Christ will pass along during the course of your life. They all have played apart in getting you to the place that you find yourself at ‘RIGHT NOW.’ But God is only interested in one question, that we all must answer, “what place do you find yourself with my Son, Jesus Christ?” Much like trying to find a new home, or moving to an unknown city, or entering into a new relationship, we want to be sure that we are in the “right place.” I will never forget the days of my youth with my best friends Lee and Steve. Before going out to do “WRONG,” Lee’s mother (Mrs. Bobbi) would make us assume the position. We had to stand at the door, hold hands in a circle, and pray. At that time I thought it was nonsense, but now it makes sense. She helped to teach me a position that would always get me before God.

These blind men positioned themselves in a place where they could expect that someone would PASS BY. Their goal was to be close enough, to hear those passing by, and ask for alms. In our relationship with Christ, like these blind, men we must position ourselves close enough hear from, and ask of Christ. We know that these men shouted and shouted all the louder, but they also were close enough to hear His question. This unique interactive moment, between Christ and these blind men would not have happened if they were out of position.
I am reminded of God’s passionate pursuit of Adam and Eve. (Genesis 3:9-11) After they had eaten of the fruit, and were forced to hide, for fear of their nakedness, the first thing He asked was, “where are you?” The omnipotent God was keenly aware of the answer, but He wanted Adam and Eve to understand their “position.” My family, friends, acquaintances on behalf of almighty God, may I ask a question, that he wants us to give strong consideration to, “In relation to His sacrificial Son, where are you and what’s your position towards Him?” This will determine whether we are passionately pursuing Him or aimlessly avoiding Him.

Lets get in the right position today.

Bless you family!!!!!!