A Sure Guide
A SURE GUIDE
Read Psalm 18:24-33.
The Johnsons—Heather, Brad, Mom, and Dad—had spent the past few days with Grandpa and Grandma. Mom had driven the family car while Dad drove a truck they’d borrowed so they could take along some items to store in the grandparents’ attic.
The family treasured the long talks, funny jokes, and delicious food. It was hard to say good-bye, because it would be four years before the Johnsons would come back from Peru, where they were going as missionaries. As they prepared to go home, fog settled in. “Oh, dear,” moaned Mom. “John, how will I ever see the way home?”
“The fog lights on this truck will pierce through the mist, so I’ll lead the way,” said Dad. “Just follow me and keep your eyes on my taillights.”
Mom nervously gripped the steering wheel, but as the children prayed and sang, she gradually relaxed. When they safely reached home, they all thanked God.
“As I was driving, I couldn’t help but think that God was using this fog to prepare us for Peru,” said Dad. “Because we’re going to an unfamiliar country, the future seems foggy to us. The people, customs, and language are relatively unknown to us, so we don’t know exactly what’s ahead. But God knows all about it. He’ll take care of us.”
“That’s right,” agreed Mom. “I had your taillights to guide me, and we all have the Lord to guide us as we go to Peru. We can trust Him.”
HOW ABOUT YOU?
Do you worry about a different school, an unfamiliar town, a new family or stepparent, or a new challenge? God knows your fear and your future. Read His Word for instruction and encouragement. Then ask God to guide you—He will!
TO MEMORIZE:
For that is what God is like. He is our God forever and ever, and he will guide us until we die.
Psalm 48:14
JESUS WILL GUIDE YOU.
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