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The Shepherd Perhaps one of the biggest misconceptions a person can have when he becomes a Christian is that everything is going to be fine now — sunshine and roses, a gentle stroll on a smooth, safe road that winds its way through heaven’s gates. But the world we live in can be a very hostile place, and the highway to heaven is often a narrow, uphill path, filled with rocks and obstacles, beset with difficulties on every hand.
By Dr. Rexella Van Impe the rough spots. When I am unsteady, His hand gives me support. When I grow weary, I can lean on Him to make it to a place of rest. He is always with me! I am never alone! Let the searing heat of the sun beat down, or the howling winds and the drenching rains of adversity assail — I am sheltered in the arms of God! July–August 2010 | Perhaps Today | 7 Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong (verses 9-10). In good times and bad times, when the road is smooth or rough, the Shepherd is with us, providing strength for the day and grace for the journey. Jack on a Dangerous Road Jesus said, Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it (Matthew 7:13-14). Wait a minute — what’s the deal? I come to Jesus expecting to be led on an easy path. Instead I find myself on a rough trail over treacherous terrain, with no other road so dangerous. What benefit or advantage is mine as a Christian? Ah, here it is, in Hebrews 13:5 — for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. We are never alone The road may be narrow, but it is wide enough for Jesus, the Great Shepherd, to walk along beside me and guide me gently over the rugged pathway. When I feel weak, He lifts me over There may be times when I feel as strong and agile as a mountain goat, bounding up the pathway, dancing across narrow ledges over deep crevices. Then the Shepherd stays with me step for step, rejoicing in each victorious move I take. And when exuberance drives me to walk too closely to the edge and deliberately wander into harm’s way, His staff firmly directs me back upon the solid rock. On other days my feet may be clumsy, stumbling over the smallest pebble on the roadway, tripping over the tiniest crack. And my strength may fail before the day is half done. But my companion on the road, the Great Shepherd, is close at hand. Can you hear His words of encouragement? Listen! My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Oh, my soul cries out with the Apostle Paul, Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. and I receive many letters and e-mail messages from friends across this country and literally from all over the world who are seeking prayer. The needs and problems they share are absolutely overwhelming. A young man struggles to overcome his addiction to drugs ... a single mother tries to be both mother and father to her children and earn enough to keep them fed, clothed, and sheltered ... a despairing husband watches his companion of 40 years being dragged into the darkness of Alzheimer’s disease ... many families are victims of unrelenting financial pressure. What can you say to people with such great hurts and sufferings? How about: ... with God all things are possible (Matthew 19:26). And: ... lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the age (Matthew 28:20). Truly those are great promises of faith and strength to hold on to in times of trouble. But here’s one that speaks
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