Stumbling in the Dark

In my years of tripping over toys and miscellaneous debris, I have learned to look at the floor as I go through my bedtime routine. As the first one up, I do not want to trip and risk injury or wake up the whole house. Lights are not an option, and I can never find a flashlight in the dark.

In life, I have found that most of my decisions could benefit from a little more insight. I try to remember what the path to Jesus looked like in the light, the day before. Are groceries an opportunity for grace? Are car rides an opportunity for virtue? What about snacks and side dishes? Years from now, will I regret the dinner I make tonight? I sometimes wish lights were an option, because I can never find a flashlight in the dark.

When all seems lost, and I am paralyzed in indecision, I remember the Lord is my Light. I don't know why I never remember sooner. He is waiting for me.

Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light to my path. With solemn vow I have sworn to obey the judgements of Your righteousness. I have been afflicted beyond measure; O Lord, let me live in accord with Your word. Receive, O Lord, the homage my lips offer You, and instruct me about Your judgements. Even though I continually take my life in my hands, I do not neglect Your law. The wicked seek to entrap me, but I have not strayed from Your commands. Your statutes are my everlasting heritage; they are the very joy of my heart. I have set my heart on keeping Your decrees, even to the end. Psalm 119: 105-112