“The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way; though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the Lord upholds his hand. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”

 

Psalm 37:23-25

 

Hey there, fellow champions of God First Life!

 

Today, let’s dive into the powerful truth found in Psalm 37:23-25.

 

It says, “The steps of a man are established by the Lord when he delights in his way; though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the Lord upholds his hand. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will do this.”

 

My friends, these verses remind us that our journey in life is not a solo expedition. 

 

We have a faithful Guide, a loving Father who establishes our steps and holds our hand along the way. 

 

Isn’t that amazing? 

 

Let’s unpack this beautiful truth together.

 

First, we see that our steps are established by the Lord when we delight in His way. 

 

When we align our desires and priorities with His, we enter into a divine partnership. It’s not about relying on our own understanding or plotting our own course; it’s about surrendering to His guidance and walking in His perfect will.

 

But here’s the thing we will stumble and fall along the way.

 

Life is filled with obstacles, challenges, and unexpected twists. We may face moments of doubt, disappointment, or failure. 

 

Yet, take heart, my friends! Even when we fall, we shall not be cast headlong. 

 

Why? 

 

Because the Lord upholds our hand.

 

Picture it for a moment the hand of God, strong and steady, holding yours as you navigate the ups and downs of life. 

 

He doesn’t let go.

 

He doesn’t abandon us in our struggles. 

 

His grip is firm, and His love is unwavering. 

 

Trust in His faithfulness, even in the midst of your falls, for He is there to lift you, restore your hope, and guide you forward.

 

So, what does it look like practically to commit our way to the Lord and trust in Him? 

 

It starts with surrendering our plans, dreams, and desires. We acknowledge that His ways are higher and better than our own. 

 

We release our need for control and allow His wisdom to guide us. 

 

It’s a daily choice to trust Him with every aspect of our lives.

 

When we commit our way to the Lord, we find peace in knowing that He is orchestrating our steps. 

 

We no longer carry the burden of figuring it all out on our own. Instead, we rest in the assurance that He is working all things together for our good, even when we can’t see the bigger picture.

 

My friends, in the midst of uncertainty, challenges, and decisions, I encourage you to lean into God’s guidance. 

 

Delight in His way and commit your path to Him.

 

Trust in His faithfulness, for He will never leave you nor forsake you. When you stumble, reach out and grasp His hand, knowing that He will lift you up and set you on the right path.

 

And here’s the challenge for you today share the message of God First Life with someone you know.

 

Encourage them to commit their way to the Lord, to trust in His guidance, and to experience the transformative power of walking hand in hand with Him. 

 

Let’s spread the joy and peace that come from surrendering our steps to the One who establishes them.

 

Prayer: Gracious Father, we thank You for the assurance that our steps are established by You. Today, we commit our way to You. We surrender our plans, dreams, and desires into Your loving hands. Help us to trust in Your guidance, even when the path is unclear. When we stumble, lift us up and set our feet on solid ground. Uphold us with Your mighty hand, Lord. May we delight in Your ways and walk in obedience to Your Word. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

 

 

Remember, my friends, as you trust in God’s guidance and commit your way to Him, may you experience His faithfulness and the joy of walking hand in hand with Him. Share the beauty of God’s First Life with those around you, for together, we can encourage and inspire one another on this incredible journey. God bless you abundantly!