There is something inherently exciting about a path. Whether this excitement invokes a sense of fear, wonder, anticipation, or dread, there is always an excitement about it and curiosity about where this path may take you. Whatever your feelings are as you begin this journey with me, I want to share the heart behind the title and why the path that is being referred to is “the path less traveled.”
First, Jesus says in Matthew 7:14, “the way is hard that leads to life, and few are those who find it.” The path I am referring to in this blog is the very same path Jesus refers to here; the path leading to life. The only true life is found in Him and if you don’t know what that means, please visit the link “Who is Jesus Christ?” on the top right. You are not reading this by some accidental happening upon it.
For those of you who do know the path that leads to life, this will be a tour of sorts, walking the path less traveled together, observing the characteristics of this path, the twists and turns, snares and pitfalls, flora and fauna. This is crucial, for it is only through observation and acknowledgement of our surroundings and trust in the providence of the One who calls us to walk this path that we are able to do it with confidence, unhindered by obstacles that are inevitably going to come.
It is with excitement and anticipation that I begin this journey and I hope you feel the same. As we examine aspects of this path from Scripture, let us be open to the Holy Spirit’s work in each aspect of this journey. We would not set out on a difficult hike in the jungle without being equipped with the proper equipment and without the knowledge of what lies ahead. God has given us vast insight into what generally lies ahead on the path less traveled, but we don't know the particulars of what we'll be confronted with. Let us be equipped and knowledgeable so that we can serve Him fully no matter what His Sovereign hand allows to buffet us.
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17
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