As I read through John, this verse pops out at me like the vibrant fall colors outside my window. This was the verse of the day on my you-version bible app. I skimmed over it than, but maybe God is trying to get my attention now. “If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness…” How many times do I walk in darkness? Stumbling around for direction? Asking others, instead of asking God?
Or, like the Israelite, I turn to other things that become idols…
I am thankful for a Father who goes before me, so that I don’t have to find my way in the dark.
I “have the light that leads to life.” But when I find myself living in a fog, it’s because I am not asking Jesus for guidance. Sometimes, my heart is turning cold, like the pharisees. “The Pharisees replied, “You are making those claims about yourself! Such testimony is not valid.” Jesus told them,”These claims are valid even though I make them about myself. For I know where I came from and where I am going, but you don’t know this about me. You judge me by human standards, but I do not judge anyone. And if I did, my judgment would be correct in every respect because I am not alone. The Father who sent me is with me.” John 8:14-16 NLT
Thank you Father for being so patient with me. For loving me where I am at, but never wanting me to stay stagnant. You know the plans you have for me. Forgive me for when I turn to other things. I praise you Lord. Amen.
Amy(amyctanner)
