The phrase “whose heart is set on pilgrimage” refers to those who made their way to the temple, not out of obligation but from a heartfelt desire to worship their God. Today, those of us who are Christ followers are on a journey, a pilgrimage. There will be trials along the way. That’s guaranteed!
The valley of Baca doesn’t refer to a specific place but speaks of the various struggles and difficulties we will encounter on the way “home”. We can either choose to whine and complain or to grow and mature through our trials and tribulations. The blessing of an eternal, sovereign God rests upon the latter, those whose heart is “set” or determined to make the best of the journey.
What’s your state of mind, your attitude, today, as you make your way “home”? Experience God’s divine strength as you walk hand in hand with Him. He will keep you from stumbling!
4 comments:
This touched me tonight when I read it because of the "trial" I am experiencing right now with my mom. However, I have fervently prayed, not that the Lord would take this trial away and make her all better (which would be wonderful), but rather, He would help me to endure through it to its finished end, whether that be full recovery for mom or she goes Home. My heart has no desire to miss what He is showing me through this season of role reversal.
When I had my two strokes 4 yrs ago, I could not drive for 90 days and at the onset I was just devestated at the thought of beng "confined". Oh, what a surprise was in store for me!! A gift from the Lord as I spent every day at home with Him. My life simplified, my time with Him expanded. I would go through my strokes all over again to have learned what I did during that period of time as I sat at His feet.
2 blessings, in one!
first your devotional, David ...
then Claire's comment ...
i knew the Lord wanted me to stop here for a reason!
:o)
Dear David..It IS such a rest whenever I stop here and read your postings and also the comments.
It is like an oasis in the dessert for sure!
Surely we ALL need those springs in the valley more than we ever have!...From Terry
Pilot mom, I think of your dear mom everyday and am praying for her... and you!
Bless you, Terry! We appreciate any prayers on our behalf.
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