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Crossroads

I find myself at a critical juncture in my life.  Some things are changing.  Some things must change.  Some things haven't changed at all and may never change.  It's decision time.  I'm standing at the crossroads. 

If I take this road, does it really lead to the place I think it does?  Is the destination real or is it a mirage?  Will I have to make another u-turn, more backtracking? So, let's go to Scripture: 

Psalm 119:105   "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."

Psalm 119:133 "Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me." 

Proverbs 16:9 "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps."

Proverbs 19:21 "Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails."

Okay, Lord, so where are we going? Lead the way...

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