As I navigated the curve in the road, my gaze was drawn to a sight in the middle of the pavement. I promptly eased off the accelerator to give the deer the time and space it needed to decide on its next move.
As he pondered his options, he contemplated the two diverging paths ahead. One path offered an easy walk on level ground, while the other presented a more challenging route, with a ditch to jump over, a steep hill to climb, and a four-foot fence to clear at the hill’s peak.
In those fleeting moments, I found myself captivated by the sheer beauty of the scene unfolding before me. It was as if the hand of God was reaching out to me through this tranquil moment in time.
The magnificent deer stole a final glance in my direction before gracefully leaping over the ditch and making its way up the hill. As it reached the hill’s peak, it effortlessly cleared the fence with ample room to spare, leaving me in awe of its stunning display of agility and grace.
I took a deep breath, fully appreciating this impromptu lesson from the Lord. Seconds before, I had been thinking about the chaos and confusion permeating our nation in this current season. People are weary and stressed beyond belief.
Yet, through this impromptu lesson, I felt God saying to me, “It’s going to be okay; I will give My people hind feet and cause them to walk upon the high places effortlessly.”
Psalm 18 holds a scripture that has been resonating with me lately.
It is God who arms me with strength,
And makes my way perfect.
He makes my feet like the feet of deer,
And sets me on my high places.
He teaches my hands to make war,
So that my arms can bend a bow of bronze.
You have also given me the shield of Your salvation.
Your right hand has held me up,
Your gentleness has made me great.
You enlarged my path under me,
So, my feet did not slip.
(Ps 18:32-36)
In challenging times like these, holding onto the unchanging truth found in these words is essential. These words remind us that God’s strength empowers us, paves the way for us, making our difficult paths smooth, and effortlessly enables us to overcome every obstacle through His divine grace. God equips us for our battles and is the faithful presence that ensures we never stumble.
As I observed the graceful creature effortlessly maneuvering over its obstacles, I was inspired by the reminder that we, too, can easily navigate our own challenges, even when the path ahead seems steep. With faith and through God, we can emerge triumphant.
I sat there, completely immersed in God’s comforting presence, letting it wash over me for what felt like an eternity. The peace of God flooded my heart in that moment. I realized that everything was going to be alright. It became clear to me that we need to focus on God, the source and perfecter of our faith. We should look to Him alone and place our trust in Him.
We can trust that He will give us the strength to move forward confidently, just like a deer, and that He has equipped us to conquer even the highest of mountains. Thank you, Jesus!
