One of the challenges about living in a new town is finding my way around. Walla Walla and College Place were kind of confusing at first, but I’m starting to get the hang of it. I’ve discovered that Rose Street will connect me with most anywhere I want to go to the east or west and Myra Street is the secret to going north or south.
Sometimes, though, I still get a little turned around. That’s when it’s time to break out the GPS. What did we ever do before we had this amazing service at our fingertips? All I have to do is type in where I want to go and instantly it finds me the fastest route to my destination.
There are times, however, when I wonder if my GPS really knows what it’s doing, especially when it directs me down a dead-end street or through a construction zone. That’s when I feel like I’m stuck in an Allstate commercial, with “Mayhem” giving me directions..
Thankfully, when it comes to finding my way through this life I don’t have to depend on an undependable GPS. If I let Him, my Heavenly Father will show me the way I should go. He says, “I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is good for you and leads you along the paths you should follow.” (Isaiah 48:17 NLT).
Sometimes the paths He leads you down can be a little dark and scary. You may wonder if He knows what He is doing. That’s when faith comes in. That’s when you have to “Trust in the Lord with all your heart” and “not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
God knows what He’s doing and “He never leads [His children] otherwise than they would choose to be led if they could see the end from the beginning, and discern the glory of the purpose that they are fulfilling.” (Prophets and Kings, p. 578).
Today you will face some new twists and turns in this journey called life, but don’t be afraid. We have a Guide we can trust. Let God direct your steps and just enjoy the journey. Remember, in the end it will be worth it all, because our destination is, literally, out of this world!