January is here and that brings up an age old question. What is my purpose in life? What should I being doing with the time and talents God has bestowed upon me? Well, I don’t know either, but I know God knows and he has a plan for me (that means he has one for you, too, you know) but like most people, discovering that plan is one of the most difficult things in to do.
As I was thinking and praying this morning I was reminded of a story I heard once about a speaker who was traveling to a city to preach at a church. He tells how he was met at the airport by one of the parishioners. As they began their trip to the hotel he was to be staying at, the speaker asked if the man knew where the hotel was. His driver replied, “No, the Holy Spirit will lead us there.” This speaker was amazed that they did quickly arrive at his hotel without complications. This always impressed me. But then His Word does tell us He will guide our footsteps. This would include every turn we make, not just on the road of our lives but every step we take each and every day.
One day I found myself about to be late to a very special friend’s daughter’s wedding. I had exited the freeway because of an accident ahead. I was certain I could follow the other cars exiting and find my way along the residential streets, when suddenly I realized all the vehicles leaving the freeway before me were gone and I didn’t know where I was. Now, I was lost, too. Remembering the story above I prayed God’s guidance and began to move forward waiting for the instruction to turn. As I moved forward I listened to the urging within my heart and I was blessed with the answer to my prayers. The end result, I not only made it to the wedding. I was on time, too. Praise God!
But what does this mean with regard to our individual lives? Just like in the car, we can trust God to lead us every step of our daily life. When you have a decision, don’t make too snap of a decision, nor should you labor long without peace and conviction. Take a little time to ask the Father what His desire is and wait peacefully to hear His response. You will be surprised to find He is there ready to help you.
(Psalm 32:8-9) I will instruct you and show you the way to go; with My eye on you I will give counsel. Do not be like a horse or mule, without understanding, that must be controlled with bit and bridle or else it will not come near you.
