A friend and one of our former church members guides people who want to hunt and fish. He has stories galore that range from some first-time hunters who are totally inept to the experienced hunters who are quite savvy.
There are times we need guides. One of my dreams is to visit the Grand Canyon. I have always wanted to do the guided donkey ride into the canyon. One set of literature I read had some disturbing news — I am too big! I would love to say that it is my chest size, but I am afraid it is all over.
When we have a guide, it sometimes requires preparation and changes on our part in order to have the best experience. In John 10:11 Jesus says, “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” Jesus is saying that he is the good guide. He not only gives directions, but he also provides for our needs because he loves us. He loves us so much that he was willing to die for our needs.
Jesus has done his part to save us and to direct our lives. Now what are we willing to do for him?
The preparation for the greatest journey of all requires discipline. We have the Good Guide — Jesus! He has prepared the way for us. He asks us to walk in his paths. This is where the Christian life becomes unpopular for so many.
As long as we talk about grace and free salvation, everything is great. Too many men stop when we discuss faithfulness to worship, faithfulness in Bible study and prayer, faithfulness in stewardship and tithing, faithfulness in ministry, and faithfulness in evangelism. All of these things are things that a MAN OF GOD should be developing in his life as he follows our Guide on this great Christian journey.
What then shall we do? Will we be like so many men who bail out because the Christian journey requires something? Or will we be warriors worthy of the journey, willing to pay the cost whatever it may be? The choice is ours.
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