The path brightens

"The path brightens" By Diane Webb

II Corinthians 4: 8—"We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;"

Trouble comes from the outside (from others) but distress comes from the inside (yourself); with God, you may have trouble from others yet you do not have to be upset because of it. You may also be confused—not understanding what is going on or why things are happening the way they are. However, you do not have despair or get discouraged just because you do not understand. Again, all you have to do is trust God and believe he will take care of you; believe God knows what is best; and believe God is in control. Do not ask "why". There are many things you will not understand until you are with God in eternity. Then, you can ask "why" and God will tell you. Your mind cannot hold all the mysteries of God and heaven with your human mind. When you are in heaven you will be able to understand. Then, it will all make perfect sense. God understands all things past, present, and future. He knows how it eventually ends up down the road. What may look good to you at first, in the end is not good. What may look bad to you in the beginning, may be good in the end. Trust God and he will lead you down the right path. That path may look rocky at first but trust and follow. You will see the path turns and brightens when you are further along.

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for all you do. Help me follow the path you have set for me without detours or hesitations. Help me step boldly down the road according to your will. I pray in Jesus' name, Amen.