• Getting lost is something that comes naturally to me. At times I feel as though I was born with no sense of direction or the ability to use a compass.
• Once, while driving my sons to a birthday party, they could sense I didn't know where I was going. As I looked at the slip of paper in my hand that contained directions and an address, and looked from side to side at a four-way stop sign, not knowing what to do next, my eldest son said, "Are we lost yet, Dad?" He knew if I wasn't I soon would be. His confidence was inspiring!
• Fortunately, a police officer on a motorcycle saw me looking at the piece of paper and offered to help me. With compassion he asked, "May I help you, Sir?" Of course I said, "Yes," and with a great sign of relief gave him the address of the party. He gave me careful and complete instructions. Then, looking at me and realizing I had no idea what he was talking about said with great compassion, "Never mind. Follow me, I'll get you there."
• And it worked. In a few moments I looked at the name and address on the mail box and knew that I had arrived at my destination safely.
• In the maze of life with its constant confusion and complex choices we often need help. David said, "I cling to You; Your right hand upholds me." Jesus, realizing our lost condition said, "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life. Follow me."
• God keeps those safe who follow His directions.
• Prayer: Thank You, Lord, for the directions we find in Your Word that provide us a map for life's journey. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
• Scripture for Today: Psalm 63:8 My soul follows close behind You; Your right hand upholds me.
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