Life's moral compass is the heart of man. Our hearts are powerful instruments-figuratively and literally. The heart holds emotions and guides our direction through the plans made pending the ups and downs life dishes us. As a compass, it is important that the heart leads us to the voice of the Lord, which could be considered North. To the East there is prayer and studying, which allow our outreach and fellowship with others. To the South is the Word, which we should take time for daily.
Think of the wilderness: It is not a fun place when there is no sense of direction, preparation or purpose. I never minded camping as a young girl in the Girl Scouts. In fact, I looked forward to those trips. I think it was due to the amount of planning and preparing, that I never thought about the things I would not have, getting lost, being attacked, or going without certain luxuries. Some of the prior mentionings I listed have now become many of the reasons I would not have a desire to go camping now. Really when I reflect, it is the point of the preparation, and my use of imagery and the compass work...
While I certainly do not know what's before me each day in "the wilderness". I seldom start the day in fear or anxiety due to the preparation of the Word in my heart. His words comfort and remind me that "I can do all things," and that "no weapon formed against me will prosper."
Today, I reflect and ask: What's guiding or guarding your heart?
If it isn't Jesus, you're likely dealing with a lot of unrest and dissatisfaction. I can attest that there are times when situations get the best of me and I need a moment to fall into "pity" mode...Truth is, it feels great when a situation can come and not get knocked down. Being unmoved, walking in faith with confidence in what's been planted in us is the BEST feeling. I will call it a cocky swagger (hehehe), but it is definitely not one that is used for bad! I hope it exudes his love and models exactly what life should be like when we know our lives are safe because of whose hands they're in: GOD'S...no better place I know!
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