Do not be as the horse or as the mule which have no understanding…. Psalm 32:9
I’ve always heard of God’s people referred to as sheep. That picture, in my mind, is not too bad, all things considered. To me that image conjures up visions of green pastures, still waters, and a gentle Shepherd, keeping watch over his flock.
But God also refers to us as mules. Sometimes, I think that’s a better analogy. I know some people like that and I’m sure some people may have thought of me as a crazy mule at times.
Don’t be like a balky mule! Don’t be stubborn when God speaks to you. Don’t continually fight and resist Him and His ways. Don’t keep running away from Him so that He can’t speak to you. Don’t force Him to lasso you before you’ll let Him draw near.
Why do we resist such a great and magnificent God who loves us so much? It makes no sense!