Last weekend our oldest daughter and son-in-law came to the campground to spend a few days with us. On Saturday, we went a place called “The Catwalk” in Glenwood Springs, New Mexico.
The Catwalk is a mining site developed in the late 1800’s after gold and silver were discovered. There is a hiking path that flanks both sides of a creek. When Dave and I were there in July, before we had many days of rain, the creek was shallow and not very swift. However, on last weekend’s outing the water level was higher and more rapid.
The path, in most places, is well marked but the water crossings were somewhat obscured because of the amount of water flow.
After we had made the crossing, safely, and got home I remembered this verse.
“You are my God. Show me what you want me to do, and let your gentle Spirit lead me in the right path.” Psalm 143:10 CEV
Sometimes we walk a path that seems familiar and we feel we can handle it on our own but other times we are in uncharted waters and we feel vulnerable. No matter the circumstances we can trust the Lord to guide us through safely.
“Your word is a lamp that gives light wherever I walk.” Psalm 119:105 CEV
When we need help we can depend on God’s Word to give us the proper guidance. If we seek Him we will find that He is always there. God isn’t hiding from us or leaving us to flounder on our own.
No, even in the roughest places and the hardest times, He is there to guide us.
“You, Lord, are my shepherd. I will never be in need. 2 You let me rest in fields of green grass. You lead me to streams of peaceful water, 3 and you refresh my life. You are true to your name, and you lead me along the right paths. 4 I may walk through valleys as dark as death, but I won’t be afraid. You are with me, and your shepherd’s rod makes me feel safe.” Psalm 23:1-4 CEV
By peaceful streams or through rough waters the Lord is always there. When we follow His voice, His word, He will lead us on the right path.