Keep God as Your Compass

When we lose our sense of direction we can become confused and disoriented on our journey, especially without a compass. How in God’s creation did Columbus journey to North America? He must have had a compass along with facing many storms in the ocean. God’s Word has been my compass and giving me the direction in life that I need for the past 44 years.

“Your Word Lord, is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path”. Psalm 119:105

Jesus said it, “It is written, man shall not live by bread alone but every word that proceeds from the mouth of God”.

When Christ was not in my life, I was aimlessly living life empty, without direction and guidance facing the storms of life in my own strength. I would cope and try to handle life issues on my own and at times in a negative, self destructive way.
I learned that all my energy was being drained because I had the wrong keys and map to living a life with guidance and direction. Some of the things I did as a teen I thought were cool were not cool, but looking back only to realize I was the fool. For some reason, we get tempted to draw all the attention to ourselves, even in the difficult times in life. The storms and hardships in life is what will either make us or break us.
Who is your compass for direction in this life? Who has hindered you from staying on course when the road gets rough?

Only God can sustain us in the dark places and give us the ray of hope that is needed in times of loneliness and deep depression. Whenever I need answers, I look to the one who I can count on, because God knows what I am facing, and knows our deepest needs, even when we can’t see the whole picture during the battle. When we really blow out all the cylinders in our life, the Lord is waiting for us because He cares for each one of us and loves us unconditionally.

“But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up [close to God] as eagles [mount up to the sun]; they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired.”
Isaiah 40:31AMPC

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.
Hebrews12:1-2.NLT

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your path.”
Proverbs 3:5-6

May you allow God to strip you down to nothing, so you can put your complete trust in Him. Even when life is so difficult. Jesus will make a way and be your compass.

Trust the Lord and His Word to be your compass today, you wont be disappointed! “Looking unto Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our Faith..”

Have a great weekend my friend and keep your compass handy.