Our weather has been brutal lately. We’ve had several systems come through the area, dumping snow and bringing frigid temperatures. This has obviously affected my walking regimen. Fortunately our complex has a workout room with a treadmill. I still walk outside some, but I have to be especially careful. Even a thin layer of snow can hide dangerous ice underneath. It is pretty easy to slip on the ice and hurt myself.
We all face many dangers throughout our daily lives. Whether it be a distracted driver or just cracks in the sidewalk, physical obstacles endanger our health. These may be easy to identify, but many dangers are hidden, like the person seeking to harm others. Still other things are easy to miss, but could take us on a harmful path that we will regret later. These influences are distractions and temptations that hurt our hearts and souls.
I Corinthians 16:13-14 says, “Be on guard. Stand true to what you believe. Be courageous. Be strong. And everything you do must be done with love.” It takes courage to do the right things, when those around you are encouraging you to do otherwise. It takes strength to resist what the world tells you what to do, but you know that following their way will harm you. It takes insight and wisdom to reject the lies you are told. We can’t do it on our own. We need to stand strong in faith, asking God for strength, wisdom, and courage. He stands ever ready to help us when we depend on Him and choose to be true to what we believe. He will keep us secure and hold us,so that we don’t slip on the ice of hidden dangers.
Reluctant Retiree 