Chasing God …

Have you ever seen a dog chase a car?

It’s a funny thing to watch. The dog runs madly in pursuit of the vehicle, barking viciously as if giving warning to the auto as to what it will do if it catches it.

Although I’ve seen several dogs chase cars, I’ve never seen one catch a car.

Have you ever wondered what the dog would do if it actually caught the car it chased?

Would it nip at the tires? Chip a tooth on a bumper? Or, more likely, turn tail and run because it actually had to face the car?!

A lot of human beings say they are “chasing” — or searching for — God. But what if you actually caught Him?

What if God just stopped and let you walk up to Him? What if God actually allowed you to interact with Him? What if God Himself provided a means for you to know and commune with Him?

What would you do?

The Good News of Jesus Christ is that God longs for relationship with us. Not only is He not running away from us (and therefore doesn’t have to be chased), but He has come to us! He allows for personal interaction with Him, and He has provided the means for us to know Him personally and intimately.

All those who are earnestly searching for God can find Him. James 4:8a says, “Come close to God, and God will come close to you …” So now what will you do?

Scotty