God's Glory Church

“Recognize Him in all your ways, and He will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:6

I was getting ready to go ziplining from the highest point of the rainforest on the island of St. Lucia. Fear grew inside. The thought that something could go wrong filled the mind. However, gathering all my courage into a fist, I jumped. Starting from the top of the mountain, I ran through the lush greenery of the trees. The wind ruffled his hair, and the worry gradually disappeared. The force of gravity carried me in the air, the view of the next platform became more and more clear, and now, gently slowing down, I stopped and realized that everything went well.

The zip line trip reminded me that sometimes God calls us to new and difficult endeavors. The Bible teaches us to trust in the Lord and not lean on our own understanding (Prov. 3:5), especially in times of uncertainty and doubt. If our thoughts are full of fear and hesitation, our steps will be unsteady and our course will be wandering. But if we decide to walk by faith and entrust our path to the Creator, “He will make [our] paths straight” (v. 6). And in order to make “leaps of faith” more confidently, you need to get to know Him by spending time in prayer and studying the Holy Scriptures.

Freedom and peace are available to us in any life trials. We just have to hold on to God and let Him lead us through our troubles.

What changes or difficulties in life require you to fully trust God? What is holding you back from taking a leap of faith?

Heavenly Father, grant me the wisdom and strength to entrust my life to You.

Author: Kimya Loder (guest)