Look As Far As You Can See

The story of Lot (Gen. 13) certainly demonstrates the far reaching, every loving and patient hand of God for His people. It's an example of the lengths to which God will go to protect the plans and purposes He has for His people. I can imagine God telling Lot to "look as far as you can . . " (Gen. 13:14). I wonder how many times Lot glanced at the things merely in front of him. When did he lift his eyes to see further out and away from where he was? Lot could see what what right in front of him, but God could see further out and beyond what was in plain view. The directive to "go and walk through the land" (Gen. 14:17) is a faith step that had to be taken by Lot. God chose not to transport Lot or give him visions to view while standing in the same place. God instructed Lot to take action and move. God's desire was to give Lot all the land he could "see" and fill it with descendants beyond counting.

In Matthew 9:35-38, Jesus demonstrated what we can do as we walk through our land. Jesus did whatever it took to bring the Kingdom of God to people. He looked in every direction. He walked the land. The hearts and lives of people were changed as He simply brought what was truth about God to those who would listen. God still nudges His followers to open their eyes and walk where people haven't experienced the freedom and relationship found in God. What amazing possibilities there are to be discovered as His followers lift their eyes to see His work among them. May His followers be found walking in their sphere of influence having His eyes to see where He is at work.