Directions

Years ago, when I wanted directions to a certain location I would pull out a map and use it to find my way.  Or, I would telephone the company or person and ask what roads and streets to use.  Now, I go to the internet, type in the address and get a map on my screen along with exact directions and a map.  In addition people can program their GPS (Global Positioning System) with their current location and the intended address.  The GPS satellite-based navigation system calculates the route, visually shows the direction and even gives audible directions as the route is transversed.  All one has to do is follow the directions.  Times have certainly changed!  In life, we need both physical and spiritual direction.  But, where do we turn for spiritual guidance?  Maybe we need to turn to God's Positioning System - the Bible.  For example, do you wonder how you should live your life and who will direct you?  The Bible says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight" (Proverbs 3:5-6).  Do you want assurance that you will get to heaven?  Jesus says, "I am the way and the truth and the life.  No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6).  Scripture further tells us, "And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.  He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life" (I John 5:11-12).  The directions are specific and clear.  We just need to follow them.