Your hand shall lead me, and Your right hand shall hold me.
Psalm 139:10
My wife and I love to travel roads we've never been on before. Last fall we drove down a
county road in northern Wisconsin. The autumn colors were near their peak, and every turn
brought us a thrilling new sight. Maples of red and orange, green pines, and yellow
softwoods painted the ever-changing landscape. Not knowing what to expect next made the
journey memorable.
One of the many exciting aspects of walking with Christ is that we don't know what's going
to happen next. At times we may be uncomfortable with the twists and turns, but God
reserves the right to lead us wherever He wants.
Paul and his missionary companions were making their way through Asia Minor when God
changed their plans (Acts 16:6-7). Instead of going to Bithynia, they went to Troas. That
night Paul saw a vision of a man pleading, "Come over to Macedonia and help us"
(v.9). Paul's plans were changed when God revealed His.
As we prayerfully consider what God wants us to do, we can be confident that He will lead
us day by day through His Word and by His Spirit within us (Psalm 139:10). Because He is
good (25:8), we can trust Him with our lives in this great adventure called the Christian
life.
-DCE
There's a path His love is planning
Which must mean the best for you;
There are blessings, countless blessings
Which are hidden now from view.
-Chambers
You don't need to see the way if you follow the One who is the way.