Dances With Detours - Part 3

Have you ever considered where your first image of God came from? For many, that initial picture is formed through the grid of the relationship we have with our earthly father. If you had a great dad who taught you what it meant to walk with Christ, you are immeasurably blessed. But for others, that relationship may have been difficult, which can make it a struggle to trust God. It is important to remember that God is not like any earthly father. He is the perfect Father, a good, good Father who wants to guide and direct every one of your steps.

The reality, however, is that our steps are often full of detours. Life rarely goes exactly according to our plans. You may be in one of those detour moments right now, wondering why God has allowed you to be in this situation and asking Him for relief. The truth is, God often uses the detours in our lives to shape us. He is not surprised by them, and He has a purpose in them. As the Lord promises in Isaiah 41:13, He takes hold of our hand and says, “Do not fear; I will help you.” This is our anchor when the path forward is unclear.