Summary: God’s Word keeps our feet on solid ground. Every year, our family goes to Black Butte in Central Oregon for a vacation. One of our favorite activities is hiking. The trails are beautiful. But, they can get dry and dusty. Sometimes the terrain is craggy, uneven, and steep. Last year, I wore skate shoes. I slipped and tripped over and over throughout our vacation. Nothing is more frustrating than trying to stand on solid ground and ending up on your rear end. Before I accepted Christ, I felt the same way – it was as though I was constantly slipping and sliding. My feet came out from under me more times than I can count. I longed for solid ground, but just couldn’t get my footing on my own. Only when I surrendered my life to Jesus Christ did I learn the truth of these words from Psalms: “It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.” Rugged terrain is inevitable in this life. The way we can best secure our footing is to know Jesus Christ, read God’s Word, and trust His teachings. In good times and bad, reading the Bible consistently is an important part of building a relationship with God. Our knowledge of the Bible, and intimate relationship with Christ, will influence every aspect of our lives – from enduring tough times to sharing our faith with those around us.
