I will instruct you and guide you along the best pathway for your life;
I will advise you and watch you progress.
Psalm 32 verse 8 Living Bible
Last May I saw some swans and their new brood of 9 signets, making their way up the local water way. I was amazed at how the parents watched and called to their little ones as they all navigated through an overhanging tree. They were so tended and gentle, yet caring and clear in their guidance.
Last April my Dad died. Lost my Mum over a decade ago. For at time after each losss I have felt a bit more adrift in this little boat called life. The anchors to my childhood are gone. The ones who knew me, raised me, loved me, just for being me and not for any other reason, are gone. I am in my little boat and drifting around. Sometimes in a world of so many competing ideas and suggestions, the road forward can be difficult to navigate. I’m a few decades in and still I sometimes need a steer, from someone who knows me and has my best interests at heart.
Last week I was thinking of El Roi, the God who sees. It is good to know that when I cannot see Him, He sees me. But I need more. I need not a watch from a distance God, but someone who cares enough to look me in the eye and guide me. Like the Swan parents, leading the way, gently guiding, giving instructions, guidance. I could see them leading and guiding their brood forward; I could hear the little ones peeping back and see them following.
This week I read Psalm 32 and was reminded me so beautifully my Heavenly Father does this. He watches and if I will let Him, He will guide me. And not just at the beginning of my life, but all through it my life. And not just a few handy tips and then backing off to do something else, but He sticks around to watch my progress, all of my life. It’s good to know He’s got me. He’s got you too.
I will instruct you and guide you along the best pathway for your life;
I will advise you and watch you progress.
Added little video of them swimming to my fb page 🙂
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