The Way

“Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.”

‭‭John‬ ‭14‬:‭6‬ ‭NLT‬‬

We all value maps. Nowadays I use Google maps extensively. Gone of the days of swatting over heavy books filled with street maps, and gone are the many arguments between spouses.

However, we, at times, need to rely on others for directions. These directions are not just about the road ahead but the way to live in foreign countries. Last night, after Bible study I was talking to a new missionary. He was about to go out into the countryside to investigate more of Nepal. I gave him a few tips on things to take. Some things are essential, like hand sanitizer and packets of tissue, anti emetics and meds for diarrhoea.

In the road to eternal life we need directions. Fortunately we have our bibles and the words of Jesus. He said, He was the way. That is comforting. It means that if I get to know Him and follow in His footsteps I will find the way.

When the world swirls with opinions, Jesus is the truth. What does He say about a matter? Opinions will be tested by fire, will they stand?

I do not need to struggle to make a life for myself. Jesus is life! All I need to do is seek Him. My life will work out just fine as I trust Him. For the longest time I have wanted to meet and speak to a couple who live in the fields below my flat. Yesterday I made contact. The man, who I’ve since discovered is called Krishna, offered to carry my watermelon on the back of his bike. He speaks English and I tried to speak Nepali.  He told me he is a farmer. Now I want to go visit and meet his wife.

We must remember: knowing Jesus and trusting Him as saviour is knowing the way, the truth and finding the life! Amen!