Rocky Roads and Level Places
April 21st, 2008I am not the handiest of people. I spend an inordinate amount of time measuring when I cut a board or hang a curtain rod. Laser levels are helpful but I am still cautious.
My foot stands on level ground;
in the great assembly I will bless the LORD. Psalm 26.12
Sometimes God gives us feet for the path (Psalm 17.3). Sometimes he levels the road. Either way, he is present with us on our journey. He is even able to make the bumps turn out in our favor (Romans 8.28).
I read that when an entering class comes to West Point, the new Cadets are required to wear the same uniform. They are required to have the same haircut. They stand on level ground as they enter the Academy. They start from the same place and each has the same requirements. Parental influence and income are no longer significant.
The ground is level at the foot of the cross. We all stand there guilty of the same offense. We all stand there with the same opportunities and requirements. God put that level place in our path to provide rest for our souls (Matthew 11.28).
From time to time our road is rocky. From time to time we stumble. Yet, God provides the resting place we need so that we can finish the journey - at the foot of the cross.
Keep The Light Burning!
Perry Greene
