As human beings, we often desire to rise above and beyond the limitations God has set before us. For example, with gravity. This force of attraction acts upon every earthly object. Gravity subjects all bodies of substance. to be conformed to its limits. It also determines the interaction and movement of the stars, planets, light, and galaxies. No human being can rise above nor go beyond what was ordained from the beginning of time (proverbs 8:22-29, NKJV).
In this, we also find the limitations among God’s people. Attempts to move beyond what is already measured often fail without intended success (1 Corinthians 4:6). Thus is the case when man tries to “play God” instead of trusting in His will as He continually pleads (Proverbs 3:5-6). The justification for doing so is limitless. For one, we are temporal, and He is eternal (Deuteronomy 33:27). Being infinite, God’s providential nature establishes order and justice. Our “shortsightedness” often causes us to “rush in” and capsize any efforts we believe are warranted.
Secondly, God knows the intent of the heart (Jeremiah 17:10). We often strive to convince ourselves that personal motives are not selfish, only to be reminded that we perpetually limit actions of altruism when compensating for this life. God, however, is good; all he can be is GOOD! (Mark 10:18). Even the best of motives often fails due to our preconceived notion we can correctly interpret all events leading to personal, communal, and environmental situations. We rarely get it right.
Lastly, have we ever ventured to ask if more is needed? What is reasonable service, and how can we comprehend when or if we are contesting to be greater than required? (Romans 12:1). I believe it lends to a single tiny thing: not striving to be what God needs us to be versus what we feel we ought to be (John 21:22). Bless those who can do the required things. Bless those who hold the desire to care beyond what the average is unwilling to subject themselves to (Matthew 23:23). Above and beyond may only benefit those of this life seeking to please themselves or “play God.” Rational thoughts promote being satisfying to God; whether we fully see the intent or the natural end it brings, we trust in God because He understands, and this knowing is never really ours to dictate.
Think about these things,
Archie R. Green
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