Wide-Eyed Wonder (21 Days of Fasting and Prayer)Sample

SHOW ME THE PATH OF LIFE

Overview

God wants to show us the path of life. It is a path of abundant life; a life filled with stability, joy, hope, and pleasures.

Observation

In an unfamiliar place, we can have confidence if we have a guide who can show us the best, safest, easiest, or most scenic route. In Psalm 16, David describes the benefits of having God as His guide.

Life has its ups and downs. But with God, we can have counsel in the dark seasons, remain unmoved, and have joy and hope. God can show us the "path of life" – the way to live so that we can reap all the benefits and blessings of life.

To see this path and walk in it, we need to relate intimately with the person of Jesus. He does not just show us the way; He is the Way (John 14:6). Psalm 16:11 says that at God's right hand are pleasures forevermore. We can experience God's life and fulfillment as we walk in His path.

Response

As we look to Jesus, trust in Him and wait on Him, we can expect Him to show us clearly His wonderful plans for us this year for every area of our lives. We need to allow God to direct and guide our life rather than do what is “normal” or usual. Since we know God has good plans for us, we need to stop and ask, “God, is this the path you would have me take this season? What are your plans for me, my family, and my Church?” We need to be open to God’s specific direction.

Prayer

God, please show me Your paths. Lead me in Your paths. Give me a firm footing. I trust in You to lead me in Your path for each day of my life and for every season of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.