Get In The Wheelbarrow

Most of us have probably heard the story of Charles Blondin, the French aerialist who became legedary after crossing Niagara Falls on a three inch hemp cord on June 30, 1859. He returned to Niagara Falls several more times to defy gravity with a twist. Blondin crossed the falls on a bicycle, on stilts, blindfolded and even while carrying his manager piggyback.

On one such occassion, the Prince of Wales was in the audience and marveled at his courage and fortitude. Although amazed, the Prince asked Blondin not to do it again. With alterior motives Blondin then asked the Prince if he believed he could push the Prince himself across the falls in a wheelbarrow.

"Sure, " the Prince replied. And before he could get in another word, Blondin commanded, "Then get in!" Blondin was not surprized to see the Prince scamper away.

What about those of us in leadership and ministry? Sometimes our journey in following the call of God leads us to intimidating heights over troubled waters. If you're anything like me, even though people will warn you not to look down, you inevitably look down. You hang on for dear life unable to cross over on your own. At that moment we have a choice to make. We either run away like the Prince, or we get into the wheelbarrow and let God be God.

The testing of our faith isn't simply the belief that God can do what He says He can do. Faith is getting into the wheelbarrow and allowing Him to take us to the other side. We either trust God or we don't. Do you?