I sit here on a bus through northern Botswana. I just watched an amazing sunset. I just saw groups of baboons walking in the grass. I saw countless elephants alongside the highway as we drove. Mamas, papas, and babes. A hippo was relaxing in a watering hole. I saw Giraffes eating from the trees. Zebras were hanging out in a clearing. People were singing praises to God in their native tongue. The sky is the most amazing colour.
I am constantly struck that God has called me here. He is calling me to live differently. I’ve been challenged in the areas of prayer and discipline. He has transformed the way I think, and isn’t finished yet. I am learning to listen for His voice in a new way. I am seeking, expecting, and receiving emotional and spiritual growth. I am learning His will for my life, that is good and pleasing and perfect.
I know that God could have worked in my heart anywhere, but I am so grateful He has called me here. He has used so many different places, people, and experiences to speak to me and pour out His love on me.
Sometimes I wonder how often He tried to each me these things while I was back home? How often did He speak and I was too busy to hear it? How often did He put things in my hands, only for me to let it fall through my fingers carelessly? These questions have confirmed for me that living as we think a Christian ought to live is a life that’s not worth living.
I’ve realized, over the last few years I was seeking God, but dropping the ball when it came to recklessly pursuing Him. It’s no wonder depression and discontentment kicked my butt constantly.
I don’t know what life will look like post-race, but I do know that living as we usually think a Christian should sounds pretty awful. I want to recklessly pursue the King of Kings. I want to know Him more each day. I want to see Him moving in the world around me. I personally KNOW the Lord who saves the sinner, heals the sick, sets the captives free, and gives hope to the hopeless. My life should reflect that. And if you know Christ, yours should to.
So leave the Christian life behind and start recklessly pursuing Christ with me. Who knows, your life might get a little crazy, but I guarantee it you won’t regret it.
