If if wasn’t for Geico Insurance commercials, this generation probably wouldn’t be familiar with the Salt-N-Pepper song Push It. Recent ads illustrate actors being pushed around in a couple of scenes while being hearing chorus. This song was initially released in 1987 on the B-side of the 45 Tramp. Perhaps, even Salt-N-Pepper underestimated the popularity of this night club hit, re-released a year later as its own single.
Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved, Psalm 55:22.
In the passage above, King David writes about his broken heart. After being confronted by the prophet Nathan, David’s adultery with Bathsheba was exposed. Caught in a web of lies that culminated in the death of Uriah, David had no one else to blame. Filled with anguish, David dropped to his knees, pleading with God to receive forgiveness. Although this wasn’t done physically, David mentally pushed all of the burdens he was carrying, placing each upon the feet of God.
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls, Matthew 11:28-29.
In the first century, Jesus takes push it to a new level. Understanding the human condition, Jesus verbalized the pain which many try to cope with alone. However, Jesus encourages individuals to take the burdens bringing you down and place them at the foot of the cross. Holding on to this baggage will only wear people out over the long haul. Therefore, don’t put this off any further. Rather, push it, laying all your burdens upon a God of grace and forgiveness.
by Jay Mankus
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