Sometimes, I am familiar with the trail that I am hiking, but many times, I am not. On those occasions, it is very helpful to have a trail map. The map informs me of my position and helps guide me to the finish. Without a trail map, I have gotten lost and put myself in danger.
Philippians 2:16 says, “holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.” Many times, we do not know which way to turn, and we can’t see the finish line. Fortunately, God has given us the map to show us the way that we should go, that is, the word of life, the Bible.
Reluctant Retiree 