In the Fog

Greetings!!!

Have you ever traveled a routine route in the fog? It can be difficult to navigate when familiar landmarks become confusing, ghostly images that appear unlike the ones seen when it is bright and clear. It becomes even more mystifying when circumstances call for a detour onto unfamiliar roads. As I traveled through the fog last week experiencing the disorientation that fog can cause, several verses from the Psalms came to mind.

Psalm 119:105 "Thy word is a lamp to my feet, And a light to my path."

When I think of using a flashlight in the dark, even the brightest one does not pierce very far into the darkness. If the light is directed too far up the path, it is easy to miss what can cause a fall right at your feet. Also, if the light is not used at all, disaster is looming at every step. God's word is like that with life. It is important to keep it close and keep it in use. You have to read it and apply it today.

Psalm 43:3 "Send out Thy light and Thy truth, and let them lead me; Let them bring me to Thy holy hill, And to Thy dwelling places."

When traveling in unfamiliar territory or even in familiar territory in the darkness or dense fog, it is much easier if there is a guiding light to focus on that can guide you on your way. When you open the Bible, It will provide wisdom and insight for any and every situation.

Psalm 48:14 "For such is God, Our God forever and ever; He will guide us until death."

It is nice to have a light on your path, and a light up ahead to keep you going in the right direction. But, oh how wonderful it is to have a Guide who know every divot that can turn your ankle, every protruding rock or root that can catch your toe, and every branch that can slap you in the face. How reassuring it is when that Guide reaches out to take your hand to keep you steady when the path narrows or becomes too steep. And how blessed it is when that same Guide gives you words of encouragement to keep you going when if feels like you cannot go one step further.

Are you feeling like life has you in a fog or even in the dark? God's word, the Bible, will bring light to your path, give you a focal point to show you the way, and provide a Guide for every day for all of your days. Are you feeling confused and directionless? What are you waiting for? Open the Bible so you can be safely on your way.

The LORD bless you with wisdom and guidance to keep you on His path.

I love you,

Ruth