Which Way?

There is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death. Proverbs 14:12

Martin Frobisher was an English explorer who sailed to the New World in search of the Northwest Passage. On two of his three trips he found what he believed to be gold ore and carried over 1,550 tons of it back to England. It turned out to be iron pirite, a worthless ore. Headed back to England with the ship’s hull heavy with the insignificant rock, Sir Martin must have been convinced he was soon to be a wealthy man. Instead he became famous for a phrase coined for his folly: Fool’s Gold! How many times do we see something that not only entices us but continues to look good after we use every test we have at our limited disposal? The Christian must be extraordinarily careful to make sure we don’t let our opinions and assessments lead us down the road to destruction.

The writer suggests that our reasoning can be faulty concerning the things of God. Our situational ethics, compromises, willingness to “turn a blind eye” and the clouding of our vision because of emotions all make us poor spiritual navigators for our souls. We must admit that if left to our own devices we will be at the least inconsistent and more than likely at odds with God’s will - - more often than not. The Bible states that we should not depend on our reasoning but instead bring everything before God who will help us be consistent. (Proverbs 3:5,6)

Today as you go about your day remember to include God in your decision making. Ask him for guidance before you decide what you believe you should do. Allow Him to direct your path.

Deacon Larry Woodard