The Fork in the Road

Psalms 25:4, Show me the path where I should walk, O LORD; point out the right road for me to follow.

There is a very real difference between knowing the path of Christ and walking it. Growing up going to church, I knew exactly what was expected of me as a child of God. Instead I decided to pave my own roads; make my own way in this life. The concrete I poured was never mixed properly and would crack under the intense summer sun. Breaking my back to construct the road beneath my own feet, I had put myself in a situation in which I could not raise my head to see where I was going. My future was always uncertain and dark, because my eyes could not focus on the light at the end of the tunnel. I knew the right path, but instead chose my own way through a world that I do not truly belong to.

Finally, I grew tired of attempting to make my own way on the highway of choice and misdirection. I pulled over to a safe shoulder and lowered my grip on the dark future I was headed toward. Praying to the Lord I had forgotten, but who had thankfully not forgotten me, I surrendered my wayward navigational techniques. Tossing aside my hard hat and construction uniform, Christ has taken over manufacturing and illuminating the path unto my feet.

Jesus has a plan for me and I acknowledge His direction and praise His hand that holds the only compass pointing true North. My pride caused me to stumble and I can see that now, as I look back down the professionally crafted road He carries me on. He is the God who gives, and the God who takes away. Christ allowed me to try it my way, so I could know there is only ONE way, HIS way.

I could still be breaking my back today, attempting to make my own way in this world. I am grateful for the courage He fills me with… to trust Him and let go.

Psalms 119:35, Make me walk along the path of your commands, for that is where my happiness is found.