August 12, 2024
The farmer who uses a guide when plowing his field is able to keep his plow on a straight path. He fixes his gaze on an object ahead, such as a tree or a post, to keep his paths straight. If he looks behind him, his plow will start to jerk back and forth and his furrows will become zigzags.
Like the farmer, we need to make straight paths as we move forward. Paul exhorts us to forget those things that are behind us and reach for the things that are before us. We have the Lord for our guide to keep us on a straight path. He wants us to stay on the path that leads us to the ultimate prize, everlasting glory with Him!
Is there something that’s keeping your gaze from a steady look forward?