“The purpose of faith is not to change God’s will but to empower us to act on God’s will. Faith is trust — trust that God sees what we cannot and that He knows what we do not. Sometimes, trusting our own vision and judgment is not enough.” (Dieter F. Uchtdorf. “Fourth Floor, Last Door” General Women’s Conference, October 2016)
Stepping out into the darkness can be terrifying. We are wanderers in the wilderness. Often times the trail to the top meanders. There are switchbacks and curves and we can’t see how turning to the right, seemingly away from the peak we are trying to summit can get us to the views we want to see. But experienced hikers know that staying on the trail will get them to their destination. The trail has been forged for them by those who know the terrain. Switchbacks make the hiking easier and safer. That curve in the trail takes you around a hazard and keeps you safe. Jesus Christ is our trail guide. He has walked the path before us and He knows the way. If we put our faith in Him, even though we may not be able to see where the path is taking us, He will lead us to heights, vistas and views we could never imagine.
Meditation and Journaling Prompt: Do you trust God? Is there anything you are trying to accomplish or improve in your life where you are afraid to take a leap into the darkness?
Call to Action: Choose one area where you find yourself struggling to have faith and trust in Christ. Pray for an increase in faith and take one step into the dark today.
Mindfulness Tip: Remember Non-judgement. Allow your thoughts to come and go. NOTICE them, but do not assign judgement or value to them.
