The Right Road 

   “Thus says the Lord: ‘Stand at the crossroads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way lies; and walk in it, and find rest for your souls.’” (Jeremiah 6: 16) 

   There are many roads we can choose to walk.  We can even change our mind and choose a different path when we are satisfied with the one we are on.  If the interstate highway is too hectic we can take the back roads.  The trip might take a little longer, but we may arrive less aggravated and frustrated.

   However, one thing is certain whenever we go on a journey, if we take the wrong road we will never reach our destination.  We can’t arrive in Chicago if we head south from Indianapolis.  If our destination is San Diego, we will have a hard time getting there if we drive east from Phoenix.

   The one destination we should all be hoping to reach is heaven, God’s kingdom where those who love Him will know paradise.  There are maps that will lead us there as well.  The primary map to heaven is scripture but reading and learning of the saints and their way of life can give added help in our travels.  Joining others who are seriously seeking God gives us support on the journey, making the road a bit easier.

   But we must never expect to arrive in heaven if we choose the wide super-highway.  We must travel the far less crowded, more difficult way if we are to reach our destination.  Jesus warned us very clearly, “Enter by the narrow gate, since the road that leads to perdition is wide and spacious, and many take it; but it is a narrow gate and a hard road that leads to life, and only a few will find it.” (Matt 7: 13- 14).

   There are many roads but only one that leads to the kingdom of God.  Consider the last few words of the above scripture, “only a few will find it.”  Be one of the few who find the right road.