An old overgrown and seldom used or isolated path can invoke fear or anxiety. Maybe worse is a trail that isn’t marked well. Getting turned around on a city trail is way different than losing your way in a remote wilderness area.
Life is full of winding roads, unexpected detours, and paths that seem to stretch into the unknown. Some are adventurous and exciting while others bring about dread and fear.
In Proverbs 3:5-6, there are three things we are to do before our paths are made straight. We are to trust God, not lean on our understanding and submit to God. After this, He will make your paths straight.
I didn’t study this in the original Greek to know if this is Biblically correct, but what I thought of was a well-marked trail. One with bright blazes and easy to read signs. One with a well worn path that is easy to follow.
A well-worn path is symbolic in that we are not alone on this journey. Others have already been here and others will follow. Those blazes serve as warnings to stay on the path. Life has warnings too if we see them and obey them.
That winding path may hide trouble. It may get you lost. It may seem exciting and mysterious. It may wind up leading you to ruin.
That straight path will get you to your destination. Follow its directions and arrive safely. It may seem lonely, but there is a guide there waiting to get you safely through it.
Find your straight path.
Journey of Faith 