When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child. But when I became a man, I put away childish things. – 1 Corinthians 13:11
Have you ever noticed what small children do when they want attention and don’t get it immediately? If positive actions do not fasten everyone’s focus on them in a hurry, whining, bawling, and tantrums certainly will.
A lot of us, although physically grown, try the same tactics on God. The Israelites of Moses’ day repeatedly complained to get what they wanted from Him. They succeeded, but their bad attitudes brought negative consequences along with the answers every time! We haven’t changed much. An awful lot of us still murmur, hoping to twist God’s arm into some action.
The Bible gives better ideas for how to arrest God’s attention:
Faith: But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he who comes to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of those who diligently seek him. – Hebrews 11:6
Trust: The LORD … knows those who trust in him. – Nahum 1:7
Cheerful, generous giving: As every man purposes in his heart, so let him give – not grudgingly or because he has to – for God loves a cheerful giver. – 2 Corinthians 9:7
Intimate relationship with Him: Because he has set his love upon me, therefore I will deliver him…. He will call upon me, and I will answer him…. – Psalm 91:14, 15
Righteous devotion to Him: For the eyes of the LORD run here and there throughout the whole earth, to show himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are perfect [blameless, committed, loyal] toward him…. – 2 Chronicles 16:9
Faith, trust, cheerful giving, intimacy, righteous devotion – all these flow from a deep belief in God’s character, His goodness, and His unlimited love for us.
Smith Wigglesworth commented, “There is something about believing in God, that makes God willing to pass over a million people just to anoint you. … God will always turn out to meet you on a special line if you dare to believe Him.”
I’m diligently seeking His heart – to know Him, to be known by Him, to arrest His attention. How about you?
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On September 25, 2009, a statewide prayer rally took place in Madison, Wisconsin. For a first-time event of this nature, the attendance of 250 to 300 people was very encouraging. At least half the people who came were from outside the Madison area, including some who drove six hours to get there. Those who drove from a distance expressed their understanding of how important the event was, and their seriousness about representing their particular region with their attendance.
a spiritual sense over Madison and Wisconsin through prayer, repentance, and worship. There was no political or special interest agenda. Jesus Christ and His Kingdom being established in Wisconsin was our total agenda.
We gathered at the Best Western Inn on the Park for a full evening of worship, corporate prayer, and prophetic decrees for Wisconsin. God’s Presence was very thick among us as we worshipped, and, although we came from many different backgrounds, the participation was enthusiastic and unified. Prayer was lifted up for God’s Kingdom to be established in each of seven areas that influence our culture – government, religion, business, media, arts and entertainment, family, and education.
for Madison and Wisconsin, and that those who took part in this event will also see breakthroughs for their regions in the weeks and months to come. For the many of you who expressed your disappointment in not being able to attend the rally for various reasons, but who faithfully prayed along with those of us who could attend, God knows your heart, and you will reap the benefits for your region as well. 

