Traffic Light

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Many times on the road we come to a red light. We have the choice to stop, rest and then go straight, right or left. The one thing we can't do is go backwards. One because it is illegal and could end up disastrous. Second because it can cause chaos.
Spiritually, on our path. Sometimes we need to stop, rest and wait on the Lord to direct our destination. The rest time might seem long and useless but He has a time and purpose for that season. Every season in our walk with Jesus is an amazing opportunity to learn from Jesus. The best and greatest teacher in the universe is willing to teach me something! How awesome is that?
Sometimes looking backwards at our path can be disastrous. Dont disaapear into the world like Lot's wife. The Bible says
Galatians 5:1 KJV
Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.
If you have been set free by Jesus Christ from addictions, sexual issues, etc, don't play back in that same playground and surround yourself with that same environment. Southerners say don't waller with the pigs. You can love people but not their sin. You can pray and witness to them but you don't support their sin. Christians are called to be set apart from this world. When the world looks at you, do you camouflage in or are you like a bright spotlight for Jesus?
Be the different, shine for Christ every second of every day.
Where is God directing you? Pray without ceasing and seek Him!

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