A guide who will help us

 A guide who will help us 

 

In the depths of our hearts as follower of Christ we want our life to count for Jesus.  How can our life accomplish all its potential? 

I came across this in a devotion I read this week by Charles Stanley entitled “Guidance toward a fruitful life.”  Imagine having this conversation with God. 

 

Lord, won’t You be our guide? 

Yes, I am willing. As we travel, I want you to remember that I know where I am going. Every stop along the way is designed to make you into the fruitful branch you long to be. Dear one, the way may be through snow-covered mountains, over rock-strewn paths, or down into green valleys that will tempt you to linger. 

 Will you keep your eyes on Me and follow whether it’s easy or hard?  

Yes, Lord. Then let’s begin your first lesson: You need to step where I step. 

But, Lord, Your footprints are too far apart for me.  

I will adjust them for you. 

I know you’ll walk too fast. 

I’ll never walk faster than I know you can travel. 

I get tired easily. 

I’ll lend you My arm when you need help. 

What if I stumble? 

I’ll pick you up and heal your hurts. 

 

The second lesson is this: You are to follow Me even though you cannot see Me. 

Lord, how will I know where to walk? 

Use My Word, the Bible. Refer to it often for direction and for reassurance that I am with You and continue to guide you. 

Lord, what if I become confused? 

Remember My teachings. Remember who I am, and trust Me. Call out to Me, and I will answer you. 

 

Lord, thank you that through the presence of the Holy Spirit you are with us and guide us every step of each day.  Lord help me to step where you step and to follow you even though I cannot see you.