The Winding Path
"The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps." - Proverbs 16:9
Our journey with God is not always linear. It’s easy to think that once we start following Christ, everything will move smoothly from bad to good on a straight path. But in reality, our walk with God often looks more like a winding road with unexpected turns, detours, and sometimes even setbacks.
Take the life of Moses as a prime example. Moses’ journey with God was anything but straightforward. Born a Hebrew slave and raised in Pharaoh’s palace, his life took a dramatic turn when he killed an Egyptian and fled to the desert. For forty years, Moses lived in obscurity as a shepherd. It must have seemed like his life had taken a permanent detour.
Then, God called Moses from a burning bush to return to Egypt and lead His people out of slavery. Even then, the journey wasn’t straightforward. Moses faced Pharaoh’s stubbornness, the Ten Plagues, the initial refusal of the Israelites to follow him, and finally, forty more years of wandering in the wilderness because of the people's disobedience. Each step was marked by challenges and delays, yet each was part of God’s grand plan.
Like Moses, your journey with God will have twists and turns. You might feel like you’re wandering in the wilderness, far from where you thought you’d be. You might face obstacles that seem insurmountable or delays that test your patience. But remember, God is with you in every step. He is not just leading you to a destination; He is shaping you along the way.
In Proverbs 16:9, we’re reminded that while we make our plans, it is the Lord who establishes our steps. This means that our detours and delays are not wasted. They are divinely orchestrated parts of our journey. God uses every twist and turn to teach us, to grow our faith, and to prepare us for what lies ahead.
If you find yourself on a winding path, take heart. God is in control. Your journey is not just about getting from point A to point B. It’s about becoming the person God created you to be. Embrace the unexpected, trust in His timing, and know that He is leading you with purpose and love. Your path may not be linear, but it is exactly the path you need to be on to fulfill God’s perfect plan for your life.
Our journey with God is not always linear. It’s easy to think that once we start following Christ, everything will move smoothly from bad to good on a straight path. But in reality, our walk with God often looks more like a winding road with unexpected turns, detours, and sometimes even setbacks.
Take the life of Moses as a prime example. Moses’ journey with God was anything but straightforward. Born a Hebrew slave and raised in Pharaoh’s palace, his life took a dramatic turn when he killed an Egyptian and fled to the desert. For forty years, Moses lived in obscurity as a shepherd. It must have seemed like his life had taken a permanent detour.
Then, God called Moses from a burning bush to return to Egypt and lead His people out of slavery. Even then, the journey wasn’t straightforward. Moses faced Pharaoh’s stubbornness, the Ten Plagues, the initial refusal of the Israelites to follow him, and finally, forty more years of wandering in the wilderness because of the people's disobedience. Each step was marked by challenges and delays, yet each was part of God’s grand plan.
Like Moses, your journey with God will have twists and turns. You might feel like you’re wandering in the wilderness, far from where you thought you’d be. You might face obstacles that seem insurmountable or delays that test your patience. But remember, God is with you in every step. He is not just leading you to a destination; He is shaping you along the way.
In Proverbs 16:9, we’re reminded that while we make our plans, it is the Lord who establishes our steps. This means that our detours and delays are not wasted. They are divinely orchestrated parts of our journey. God uses every twist and turn to teach us, to grow our faith, and to prepare us for what lies ahead.
If you find yourself on a winding path, take heart. God is in control. Your journey is not just about getting from point A to point B. It’s about becoming the person God created you to be. Embrace the unexpected, trust in His timing, and know that He is leading you with purpose and love. Your path may not be linear, but it is exactly the path you need to be on to fulfill God’s perfect plan for your life.
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What a blessing this devotional was! The Bible Studies at my church has us focused on becoming what God wants us to be! Thank you Lord for confirming this word!