I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted. [Job 42:2 (NIV)]

God has a plan for us and He can be relentless in trying to get us to follow it. Unfortunately, much of the time, like stubborn mules, we are obstinate and ignore His guidance. As steadfast as He is, God will do whatever it takes to get our attention. It may be a simple heavenly nudge or a tap on the shoulder. If we continue to ignore Him, however, He may find it necessary to get our attention with a whack from a mallet or even a sledge hammer. Let’s not be so stubborn that the Lord needs to get out the heavenly jack hammer or bull dozer before we follow His plan!

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Do not be like the horse or the mule, which have no understanding but must be controlled by bit and bridle or they will not come to you. [Psalm 32:8-9 (NIV)]