May 28, 2024 – Maps Are Made For A Reason

Maps Are Made For A Reason
May 28, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 13:13-16
Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard. Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:

    It is almost time for vacations. People love to travel and visit family and friends, often exploring new places they’ve never seen before.

    Now, let’s imagine that both of us are planning a trip to a destination neither of us has visited before. You decide to go your own way, and I choose my path. I take out a map and plan the safest and quickest route to our destination. On the other hand, you say, “Well, I know it’s in that direction. I’ll just head that way and believe I’ll get there sooner or later.”

    I make a call ahead of time to secure reservations at a reputable motel in the area. I have read reviews from others who have stayed there and confirmed its availability. This motel has a strong track record for comfortable accommodations in our destination town. Meanwhile, you decide, “I’ll wait until I get there and choose the first motel I see.”

    Now, consider which one of us is likely to encounter fewer problems on our journey. I have a clear map and a reservation in hand, while you find yourself frequently stopping to ask for directions and, unfortunately, discover that many motels in the area are fully booked, ultimately settling for a less desirable location. Most people would probably prefer to join me on this trip.

    This scenario is similar to the difference between living life with God’s road map, the Bible, and simply living life as you desire. Many of life’s trials and troubles could have been avoided by following the directions that God has made available in His Word.

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:

    Oh, have you considered the place where you’ll reside at the end of life’s journey? I’ve made advance arrangements and secured my reservation in Heaven for the afterlife.

If you haven’t made reservations,
have you ever wondered what your accommodation might be like?

IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:

Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this Passage, and todays Devotion?

Do I find within this reading a CHALLENGE for my life?

What are one or two things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?

  

GOD TALKING TO ME: May 28, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
    2 Chronicles 33-36
   Proverbs 13:13-16

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
   2 Kings 1-3
   John 9:24-41