Following God

 Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children. Ephesians 5:1

The Fair is in town.  Its annual tradition for my co-workers and I to walk over during lunch and fellowship.  Well today I noticed something as one of my colleagues took the lead in the trek.  I noticed that I followed his steps and movement.  My head was down, but my eyes were on his feet.  He stepped and then I followed suit.  Once we got to the fair, I looked up and kept my eyes trained on him.  I didn't want to loose him in the crowd as he walked ahead.

My awareness today got me to thinking about Jesus and how need to follow Him just that intently.  I need to be purposefully moving when He moves and putting my feet where He orders my steps.  I need to have my eyes on Him and  not loose sight of Him in the day to routines of this life.  I need to follow Him with confidence, knowing that He will lead me safely to my destination.  My trust needs to be in Him.

Lord, let me follow your example.  Your example of extending grace and forgiveness and showing mercy and kindness.  Let me follow your example of how to love my fellow man.  Help me to keep my eyes focused on You, trusting You to direct my path.  May others be drawn to You as I follow You.  In Jesus name.  Amen