I take a walk along the path by the lake.
The day before, on a boat on the same lake, I had seen a loon, and an eagle swoop down close to the waves, looking for fish.
But today, I walk by the water, on a path carved out for those seeking a quiet walk.
Soon I come upon the first of several suprises.
Along the way, spots are carved for visitors to rest and reflect. On one side of me is the lake, the other side of me is the woods. And straight ahead of me is the path, already cleared.
I am thirsty for the woods, for the green, for the lake. These woods, this forest, is lush and full, and when the trees move, I can hear His whispers.
I was seeking something extraordinary, some huge revelation, answers to some questions….
…but nothing came. My tired soul simply walked in God’s canopied woods and breathed in the air, feasted on the scenery and remembered words spoken.
Words of life, His.
If I walk through the valley of the shadow of the death…
I will fear no evil.
He leads me beside the still waters…
He restores my soul.
His is the path I follow in the brambly, thorny woods of this life. He makes a way; the path is cleared for me. Where I cannot walk, He carries me.
My cup overflows.
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Sharing at three beautiful places (read them, won’t you?): Laura at the Wellspring, L.L. Barkat at Seedlings in Stone, and Jen at Finding Heaven
What a lovely sanctuary you have found! Such a beautiful place–must be sweet to meet with Him there; to be renewed, go from tired soul to my cup overflows. Amazing how our Good God does that.
I enjoyed walking through these woods with you. How thoughtful that a Spiritual person would leave these verses for hikers to enjoy. Loved your photos too!
These are so incredible. where is this place where you found such beautiful reminders of God’s creation and grace?
Where is this place where you found such beautiful reminders of God’s creation and grace? So beautiful. I would love to walk in such a place
Sometimes, I have found, the big revelation is simply that He loves to love us and He reveals that love in the beauty of His creation. Lovely to walk with you.
What a beautiful place! Your post is like a mini-retreat in itself. Thanks for that, friend.
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