Guiding My Pathway

INSPIRATION AT 30,00 FEET

OR

Why I Wrote "Paths"

A few years ago, when I was a music missionary in Taiwan, I took a plane to the southern part of the island. As the plane was cruising at a high altitude, I noticed that from my vantage point I could see the paths of many of the roads and highways almost from beginning to the end. Then it struck me, that is how God sees my life with all the paths that are open to me, from beginning to the end. Rather than choosing my own paths, wouldn't it be better to ask God to choose my paths for me? Knowing that choosing His way, no matter where the path may lead, I will not fail. Praying to Him and trusting Him brings peace and assurance into my life. From that realization, this poem began to form in my mind. Let me share it with you,

The Poem

The Invitation

Whether you share my faith or not, I think most of us know what it feels like to stand at a crossroads, in a relationship, a career, a season of life, and wish we could see further down the road.

This blog will explore those moments. Through poetry, reflection, and story, I hope to share some of my experiences along the paths where God has led me.

Follow Along

If this resonated with you, I'd love for you to visit from time to time. Bookmark this blog, new posts will be coming regularly, each one rooted in real moments, honest questions, and the kind of hope that holds up when life gets complicated. The journey is just beginning, and I'm glad to have you on it.

Closing Devotional Thought

All of us face choices in our lives. God sees the beginning and the end of our story, so it makes perfect sense to ask Him for direction. He knows the way. When we acknowledge Him in all our ways, the big decisions and the small ones, we're not just hoping for the best. We're trusting the One who already sees where each path leads.

PATHS

There are two paths ahead for me,
One leads to the world, one Lord to Thee
I must decide, quickly decide which path to take,
I can't delay.
I'll pray to Thee, hold to Thy hand,
Help me to see and understand,
I must decide, quickly decide
And choose your way!
Following my Lord I cannot fail,
O'er mountain steep or deepest vale,
His tender voice will lead me on
I'm not afraid, I'm not alone,
I'll pray to Thee and seek your aid,
Help me to trust, not be afraid,
I'll trust in Thee, only in Thee and
Choose your way.

When I finished writing the poem, I was inspired to set it to music. (Click it to enlarge)

You may hear me sing it here

Or view a Chinese choir singing it here