As I mentioned in my previous post, every morning, the boys and I walk a short distance from our home to the main road, where the school bus picks them up. It’s just a short walk, but on a pretty bad road.
And by “bad” road, I mean almost “no” road. The path is stony, littered with garbage, leaves, and other things I’d rather not mention :). So, walking this path with 3 sons has become a bit of a nightmare for me. Over the years, the boys have had quite a few falls on this road and too many bruises to count.
As a mother, I keep reminding them, to look where they’re walking and to keep to the sides of the road. How I wish I could smoothen the path for them… The’ll never have to fear a fall. And even if they do, because the path is even, they won’t bruise their knees. Well, a mother can wish…
But there is Someone who promises to do just that…
“…I will guide them; I will turn the darkness into light before them and make the rough places smooth.” (Isaiah 42:16)
“I will go before you and make the rough places smooth…” (Isaiah 45:2)
“In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:6)
The question is… Do I follow in my Father’s footsteps? Do I walk in the path He’s plotted for me? Do I listen to His gentle rebukes when I go wayward?
I strive to walk the path He’s set for me, conscious that if I ever do stumble; He’s right there to keep me from falling.
What comes to your mind, when you think of the word “Path”?
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Oh how I understand that longing to make the path smooth for the little ones! What great verses, great reminders of God’s promise, thanks for sharing
Yes!
I love that He’s there to steady us as we make our way over the rocks and ruts, as we navigate the turns!
I love knowing we can trust in the One who will always lift us up!
I wish too to smooth the path for my children – but then I think again. If I am able to do this they will never learn the skills they need to walk uncertain paths when they are older.