pondering the path we walk
often times it seems quite dark
but even so, steadfast He keeps
shedding light as footsteps sweep
even when we cannot see
the pathway laid before our feet
Rest assured, steadfast He keeps
shedding light as footsteps sweep
Shadows fall, disguising day
how quickly they lead us astray
but even so, steadfast He keeps
shedding light as footsteps sweep
When we keep Him in our sight
his presence keeps away the night
and all the while steadfast He keeps
shedding light as footsteps sweep
Our family had a wonderful weekend together. We did something we had never done before- we took a walk on the Monticello Trail. The main trail is almost 4 miles up and back, and the girls have come here many times-but this was the first time we all finished it together. My husband and I kept telling the girls we had to make it all the way to the bridge, and then we could turn around.
“Can’t we just turn around here?” my youngest begged several times.
“No- we’re almost there! You’ll know when you see the bridge.”
I kept telling them we would be in sight of the bridge soon.
I led the pack, followed my my youngest girl, then her older sister behind her, and my husband was the caboose. It worked quite well. I set the pace, and challenged my youngest to keep up with me. I offered her many praises along the way- telling her how proud I was of her. And sure enough, we eventually made it to the bridge, touched it, and then turned to go back.
Sometimes along our journey, our “goals” aren’t always so tangible. Looking for the bridge kept us all focused as we walked. What a relief it was to finally see it as we neared the half-way point! We told the girls it was all down-hill from here- literally– so it would be a much easier trek back.
On the way home from our hike, I confessed to my husband that I seemed to have lost sight of some of my goals. Often times my own shadows hide the light He is shedding on my path. My biggest problem is me. Focusing too much on myself. A smaller number on a scale, a better car, or a newer iPhone aren’t going to get me very far on this walk with Christ.
And as my family walked the trail, I saw us building one another up and walking as a team. My heart longed for nothing more than spending more time together. Not more things, not more time alone… more time in relationship with the ones I love- and with my Heavenly Father. Forget “me” time. I need more “knee” time- spent with Him in prayer, and more “we” time with the wonderful family He has blessed me with!
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:6
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Thank you, my friend 🙂
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Great post.
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Thanks for reading and for commenting. I always look forward to reading your awesome posts! Blessings to you!
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Great post, Julie. We all have the same struggles. He is working in us because we recognize these areas. What a great and life-long work God has for His people. My, the patience He has. I’m thankful for that!! 😀
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Thanks for your encouragement! He has the most loving, gentle way of pointing out the areas in our lives that need refining. I, too, am so thankful for His limitless patience~ and for His gentle “whispers”! Blessings to you!
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Sounds like a great event, I’d say. I went for a run yesterday!
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The weather here has been fantastic- it was a perfect day for being outdoors! Good for you for going running! How far do you go?
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I sprint up a steep hill and then back down and then back up. I hope that counts as a sort of a run!
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You have a way of writing pictures that allow me a greater clarity/connection with me and Him:
“Often times my own shadows hide the light He is shedding on my path.”
Thank you.
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Thank you for always taking time to make such thoughtful comments. You are appreciated! Bless you.
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What a beautiful and timely post for me to read. We were just at Monticello, too. It is so lovely there!! Hugs & Love!!! Skye
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Thank you, my friend 🙂 We live just down the street from Monticello and moved here 10 years ago. It is a lovely place, indeed!!
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Oh, my word!!!! We are so close. lol Well, within a couple of hours. How marvelous. We live in a most wonderful state!!! We were there just a couple of weeks ago. It was so lovely. Maybe someday we can take that hike together!! 🙂
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That would be awesome, Skye! You will have to let me know the next time you come back so we can meet up 🙂
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Definitely!! ❤
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thank you for this. you’re a lovely writer. tony
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Thank you so much for visiting and taking the time to comment. It is much appreciated 🙂 Blessings to you!
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Thanks Julie! I can see the whole family trudging up the hill together. Wonderful post…and just love the Proverb at the end….I just copied it to remind myself now when I need to turn a few things over to Him! ❤ ❤
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Thank you, my friend 🙂 I am finding that the “turning things over to Him” never stops! Blessings to you!!
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Sounds like you had a great time Julie. We all lose sight of things from time to time. I wouldn’t worry too much about it. It’s perfectly natural and as long as you notice it and try to amend things, all will be well. 🙂
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We did, it was a beautiful day and the Lord reminded me of the things that are most important in life- Him and my family! Thanks for stopping by- I hope you are doing well!!
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You’re welcome Julie, always a pleasure to pop in and see how you’re doing. 🙂
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