Yesterday, I found myself preparing for doctors appointment. I had to travel to another city. My mind was racing, my heart pounding and hands nervous. You see, I have no sense of direction, so traveling nearly paralyzes me. I am slowing conquering this fear, but not there yet.
I couldn’t find my directions from the previous trip so I decided to use Mapquest. To my surprise the directions were different. It’s simple. Here I AM! Here is where I want to be. I did this 2 or 3 times. The old directions wouldn’t come up. I was getting frustrated, knowing I had less than 5 minutes to leave.
Finally I decided to take the directions and head to my appointment. To my amazement, not only were the directions easier, but the time shorter. Interesting! Yet, I was still anxious, because the directions to the office within the hospital were in the folder with the travel directions. The garages were color coded and I remember my instructions to park in Green.
I reached for my phone. Screen black!
Don’t panic!
Remember where you parked.
Breathe!
Finally, I am inside this enormous place. There are arrows and color bars everywhere!. This is too much! So, I stopped and said a prayer to calm myself. I got on the first elevator. Up one floor.
Familiar, but not sure which direction I should choose. Then I noticed a very tall man standing waiting on the elevator. He had a rugged yet soft look about him. His hair was seasoned with grey and his face with soft smile lines.
“Hello, Sir”
Well hi there!
Can you direct me “here”?
The elevator opens……
Why of course, I will do better than that. I will take you there!
Oh, by the way, don’t park in Green any more, park in Orange.
New instructions, hmmm. Sermon notes....
OMG! I couldn’t hold back my excitement and relief. He could have pointed me in the direction and got on the elevator waiting on him.
He not only walked me to the office, but to the check in station. The man, “Gary”, was talking with such joy the entire way. I was listening, laughing and making mental notes of directions.
I thanked Gary and sat down in front of the checkin desk. The young lady’s face looked at if Denzel had just walked out of the room. Then she finally said, “Do you know who that was?”
Yes, an angel sent to me when I was lost in this maze.
She laughed, Then stated, “He is the head honcho of this entire department for the hospital!” She seemed to have been blessed just by small conversation he had with her before departing. She couldn’t say enough about how thoughtful and kind this gentleman was. I agreed.
I am seeking God for wholeness in my life and He has revealed a map quite unfamiliar to me. Reprinting the instructions probably won’t change that. But I am certainly ready for the journey. I am not sure what this would look like or who would be at the finish line. What I am sure about is that I am not alone.
The Lord would never lead you on a path to nowhere. And more importantly, if you are seeking Him, he will send you someone to help guide you. It may not be the person you chose or the event you select. Perhaps your cell phone won’t be available to call yet another friend about your issue.
You have to trust and believe. I have decided to do just that.
There are certain emotions I am expecting to experience. At the same time, I know some emotions will surely amaze me. But with each step, I know I won’t be alone.
I am ready. I know where I am, caged but ready. And most importantly I know where I am going…Soaring!
I have decided to follow Jesus
No turning back, No turning back
Prayer Lord, I have come this far by faith lending on you, Lord. Thank you for allowing me yet another chance to get this right. Thanks for being real and true. Thanks for the angels you have kept in my life to remind me of your awesomeness! I am offering up a thankful spirit today because you didn't have to do this for me. I am ready for this year of transformation, Lord. When I was lost, you sent new instructions. I have received! Amen
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