Show me the way

Traveling today takes guts… or a good Garmin. Relying on man-made space satellites, the sophisticated global positioning system, with just a few keystrokes, can aid an intrepid explorer in reaching his final destination with minimal headache (Ezra 8:21). Having a road map for your road trip offers an old-school thrill of the unknown, since newer construction is often omitted. A more-detailed atlas, weighing dozens of pounds, might serve a useful purpose as a tire tool, doubling as a cinder block in cases of extreme emergency or inclement weather. While some stick to the freeways, others seek the byways less traveled (Exodus 23:2). Street signs are continually confusing, billboards occasionally confounding and navigators conversationally challenging. Yet, no matter which path is chosen, trouble can – and generally does -- rear its ugly head to spoil or ruin an otherwise well-intentioned expedition. Fortunately, we have our own GPS, also known as God’s Positioning System, to clear the route and smooth the way (Deuteronomy 1:33), eliminating the detours and distractions that entrap and enrage the careless commuter. Consulting the Creator before backing out of the garage is the best way to guarantee an “on-time” arrival.