Don’t Push Me!
Hey Gang,
When I was young I got into a lot of fist fights. I grew up in a rough part of town with some pretty shady people. When boys were nearing a fight, shoving and pushing always came first, followed by an angry “Don’t Push Me.” That attitude continues on even after we grow up–we don’t like to be “Pushed” around. I don’t mean pushed physically, I mean most don’t seem to want to be pushed in any way at all.
Now think with me and list the people that have made the greatest impression or impact on your life. Most of the people on that list “Pushed” you. Parents, teachers, coaches, and mentors who helped you be better all have one thing in common–they “Pushed” you. They helped you and yet you still bristle under the pressure of being pushed. Strange, isn’t it? Those who helped us the most “Pushed” us the most. What is it that makes us cringe when we are pushed? To understand the answer to this question would help each of us in our understanding and our ability to grow as individuals.
Now we all want to grow spiritually or you would not be reading this blog. So how do you react to being “Pushed”? If you are to reach your full potential, you need help to be “Pushed”. Is there anyone around you to help you grow? How would you really respond to being “Pushed”? We all need a nudge from time to time and God will put people in our path to push us. Who is it for you?
There are several people in my life that push me and I am VERY grateful for each of them. My wife Michele is my cheerleader, Josh Whitehead, our Executive Pastor, is always pushing me in many areas and I am so thankful. I am better because of him. Roy McKinnon, a great friend pushes me to be better. I have a host of others that serve as potential “pushers” that help me work harder and better for the Kingdom. My pushers without question help me succeed and make a big difference in many lives. As God opens more doors for impact and influence in my life I bet he provides more pushers.
We should not grumble about them, they are gifts from God to help us press on as He pushes on. So, the next time someone pushes you to new heights, just thank them and tell them they are a gift from God and you are grateful. Now that will blow some minds. Holy Spirit, push on with whoever you see fit.
Are you ready?
Pastor
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This is sort of like your parents giving you a push into the deep end of the swimming pool and then it is sink or swim.
I tell God I am a little slow getting the big picture sometimes, so can you give me clear direction? As a result, some pretty significant things occur and he often uses people to push me. Almost 11 years ago, I felt like it was time to start my own business. I kept thinking of excuses to put it off, one of the big ones being that Misty was several months pregnant. I did not listen to God, so 2 weeks before Matthew was born, I got fired from my job over nonsense. Talk about getting slapped upside the head! At the time it seemed like the end of the world, but obviously now, we know what was going on.
Obviously several other events have occurred since then. Most big decisions or life changing events have involved someone giving me that push I needed.
Yes…..but the people who are willing to push are often also those willing to lead…..And where are those people?
lol…(see above blog entry)
It can sadly be hard to find someone in your life willing to push you.
We all need this!
I am sooo thankfull for my acountability partners! One of them is calling me every day at 6:00 am to get me up for my quiet time. Thank God for her!…Interesting isn’t it, that she is also a MSM small group LEADER?