Rand McNally

 

Good sense is a fountain of life to him who has it, but the instruction of fools is folly. The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips. Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body. There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death. (Proverbs 16:22-25 ESV).

 

GPS in our vehicles may be one of the best things to happen for our family trips since air-conditioned vehicles! Before the advent of this marvelous technology, Mary would be the navigator while I was the pilot. It was not unusual to see her in the front passenger seat with a map unfolded trying to read both where we were and how we could best get to our next stop. Refolding those maps was always a challenge. But then, Rand McNally produced their book format of the United States roadways, and we were delighted. Still, we had the problem of knowing how far we had gone and how far it was to our next stop. The opportunity to use our mathematical skills was always present.

 

Today GPS services and electronic maps make those old maps nearly obsolete. The mapping service gives us options for the fastest route and some alternate routes, with and without tolls. Travelers soon learn that there is often more than one way to their destination. And, who knows? The one you choose might just become your favorite way. We have found some wonderful spots by taking the “scenic route”; and, we have found ourselves “lost” on some of those choices as well!

 

The Scripture is our Rand McNally in life showing us that there are right roads and wrong roads when it comes to recognizing and following God’s way. A discerning mind will seek to determine if an opportunity honors God or not. That opportunity might look good at first, but it could end up at a dead end spiritually, emotionally, and even physically.

 

The Spirit of God equips us with eyes to see and ears to hear what God says is the right way. If there is no confirmation of God’s approval, then it might be better to look for another route.