Into the Fire

Where in the desert are you? Is it familiar? Is it comfortable? Is it leading you away from where you need to go – or toward it? 

How did you get there? Was it a scheduled trip or an accidental wrong turn? 

How long will you stay? 

Is it all in your mind – or under your feet? 

Is it a necessary venture or a dreaded encampment? 

Will you make a break or ride it out? 

You'll know when you know and not before . . . 

Father, I've been there, and you rescued me. More than once, but the first time made the next times make sense. Thank you for always watching out for me. Thank you is never enough. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.