Initial thoughts of this title may lead people to images of the CBS reality show created by John de Mol. The political savvy will likely be drawn in a different direction, thinking of the nickname for the federal government in the United States. However, for the sake of brevity, today’s blog will address the idea that God is like a big brother.
Bully’s exist in every shape and form. Whether this individual is a class mate, co-worker, neighbor, stalker or world power, from time to time, everyone needs a helping hand. Psalm 125:1-2 suggests the Lord serves as a mountain of protection. When your back is against the wall, pinned down by the travails of life, you need a big brother to come to the rescue.
When I was a 6th grader, I was a minority, attending an inner city Elementary with 90 % of the students either African American or Hispanic. Since I was only 4’11” certain days were a living hell. On a rough day, one of several bully’s attempted to shove me into a locker, in the process of closing the door on me. Seeing my dire situation, God intervened sending a living giant to my aid.
Andre, one of my basketball friends during recess, 6 feet tall and close to 200 pounds in stature, easily put this bully in his place. Throwing this student around like a rag doll, Andre continued this drubbing until the boy vowed to never touch me again. While your prayers might not be answered as direct as this one, don’t forget that God is like big brother, waiting to defend his younger siblings.
by Jay Mankus
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