“Your word is a lamp to my feet
And a light to my path.”
Psalm 119:105 ESV
Grace Perspective:
God’s word is a lamp that gives light, showing us where to place our feet on the path of life. Scripture directs us, inviting us to draw close to God and avoid the side trails that move us far from God. The truth in the Bible illuminates right from wrong, good from evil, and reveals the lies that can easily lead us down a dark path filled with obstacles that cause us to stumble.
Our feet can wander off the path quickly if we don’t have the right Guide to lead us. Jesus is the Light of the world and desires us to walk with Him. In John 8:12, He says, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” How do we know where to walk and which path to follow? Light comes when we trust Jesus to be our Savior. Scripture is a gracious lamp that guides us as we follow Him.
A Touch of Grace:
Whose path are currently following?
How does this impact your walk with Christ?
Grace Application:
Where we place our feet as we walk impacts our future. Do we turn right or left, continue straight ahead, or make a U-turn? Where do we turn for guidance, for directions? What happens when we try to blaze our own trail without His light guiding us?
Like many, I sometimes veer off the path God has laid out for me. I get caught up in chasing after fleeting desires that promise fulfillment, only to leave me feeling empty. When I choose to walk my own path, away from God, I find myself in a dark place filled with selfishness, pride, and emptiness. The realization that I’ve stopped trusting God and started relying on my own wisdom is a painful one. But when I turn back to God, spend time in His word, His light shows me where to make a U-turn and return to following Jesus.
The Bible tells us how to live: humbly trusting God for wisdom and direction. He asks us to get to know Him, seeking truth that reveals how and where we are to follow Him. How is the truth of Scripture lighting your way? I pray you will let His word shine your way today to chase away the darkness that causes you to stumble and fall. May His gracious lamp guide you step by step toward Heaven.
In His Grace,
Dawn
Prayer
Gracious Father, I come to You in the precious name of Jesus Christ, thankful for Your Word, which gives me light to know where to take the next step. Forgive me when I choose my way instead of trusting Your light to lead me. Help me to walk in humbly, trusting You to guide me with Your gracious lamp, the Word of truth. Amen
**Today, as you read this, I pray each of you will know you are in Christ Jesus. If you have any doubts, please call out to God so that all doubts can be erased. Today is a good day to be assured of Salvation in Christ Jesus. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with me at graceisdawning@gmail.com**