Beginning a journey often comes with a sense of excitement and anticipation, but what if you don't know where you're headed? As faithful followers of Christ, many of the most iconic figures in the Bible embarked on paths with no clear destination in sight. Their stories remind us that faith doesn't require having all the answers upfront; it's about taking the first step and trusting in the journey.
Consider the story of Abraham, who left his homeland without knowing the exact location of the promised land. God didn't provide grid coordinates or an address; He simply said, "Go." Similarly, Moses didn't receive a step-by-step plan for liberating his people; Gideon had no idea how 300 men could overcome the Midianites. Yet, their willingness to follow God's lead led to miraculous outcomes.
When Jesus called the disciples to follow Him, He didn't lay out a detailed roadmap of the future. They left their nets and livelihoods behind, stepping into the unknown. Jesus' command was simple: "Follow me." They obeyed, and their lives were forever transformed as they experienced miracles, witnessed His teachings, and spread His message.
Even after encountering Jesus on the road to Damascus, Paul's path remained unclear. He received a directive to go into the city and await further instructions. Paul's faith journey was marked by obedience and trust in the unfolding plan, despite not knowing every detail.
Anne Graham Lotz's perspective offers a powerful lesson. She recognized that faithfully serving God means focusing on today, not worrying about a five-year vision. In a television interview she was asked what her five-year goal was for her ministry organization. Her response: I have no idea. I just focus on today. Like her, we can wake up each morning and commit to serving God the best way we can that day. Our journey of faith is about taking one step at a time, leaning on God's guidance, and trusting that He holds the map.
Faith isn't about having a complete roadmap or knowing the end destination. It's about answering God's call and taking that first step, just like Abraham, Moses, Gideon, the disciples, and Paul did. Their stories remind us that God's plan unfolds as we move forward in faith. So, embrace the journey, trust the One who leads, and be open to the miraculous possibilities that await as you walk with Him.
Want to know more about trusting God's plan? Read The Faith Principles: A PrecisionFaith Collection.
