You lead me in the path of life. I experience absolute joy in your presence; you always give me sheer delight. Psalm 16:11
What are you facing on your trek in this life? Is it a TRAIL or a TRIAL up ahead?
Often we do not know, but our attitude may hold a clue. It is all where we place the A and the I. That makes the difference. You see, it is a matter of perspective. Do we spend the most time concentrating on our will (I) or our LORD’s will (Almighty.) Do our prayers concentrate on “Lord, will you do this for me today?” – or – “Lord, what will you have me do today?”
Yes, God may allow trials. But when He does, it is usally to teach us something so we can grow in our relationship with Him, learn how to strengthen our weaknesses and armor chinks through His mercy, or give up something that may not be in our best interest after all. What attracts us may be a false bunny trail leading to a dangerous situation. Almost every time we seek to satisfy our egos, whet our appetites, or fulfill our own desires, it will be an error in direction … despite what the world tells us.
But, when we trust the One who loves and knows us the most, and not only knows the future but has actually premade it, then we can be assured our steps will be steady ones. As children, we may have played follow the leader. Perhaps that didn’t turn out very well. However, don’t let that deter you. Following The Leader is always the right way to go.
None of us know what lies ahead. We have limited vision. But when we rely on the One who does know and choose to follow Him, even those trials can become trails of glory when we gaze back down the path where we have trod.
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