“A person’s steps are established by the Lord, and he takes pleasure in his way.”
God directs the steps of those who follow Jesus.
Following Jesus requires a humble submission to allow Jesus to lead. There are two reasons we have a difficult time allowing Jesus to lead. First, we get ourselves in trouble when we try to get ahead of God’s timing. God may have an incredible plan for us in the near future. However, if we grow weary of waiting we can arrogantly jump in front of where God is leading and try to hurry the process along.
Second, we get ourselves in trouble when we attempt to take another path apart from where Jesus is leading. On our journey with Jesus there are many distractions, opportunities, decisions, and temptations. If we are not fully submitted to the will and direction of Jesus then we can fix our eyes on something other than Jesus that will lead us astray. Your feet will follow the direction of your eyes. Whatever you fix your eyes on is where your heart and feet will go.
Some will conclude that following Jesus is restricting and burdensome. In one sense following Jesus does bring some restrictions on the paths that you will take in life. As Jesus establishes our steps He will keep us from taking irresponsible or painful pathways that will bring shame, guilt. However, I wouldn’t call these restrictions as “burdensome” but liberating. Following Jesus is what we were created to do. I can take pleasure in following the steps that Jesus has established for me because He created me for His purposes, not for my own, and that He is leading me towards a full life or joy and purpose (John 10:10).
God is better at establishing your steps than you. He has infinite wisdom and perfect goodness. He created you on purpose and for a purpose. Following His direction will lead you to a fullness and joy that only God can bring.
Live It:
- Do you take pleasure in the way of the Lord?
- Are there steps of faith that God is leading you to take today?
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Chase Snyder
Writer, Pastor
