Blindfolded
If someone offered to lead me on a hike around the edges of the Grand Canyon but asked me to wear a blindfold, I would be dubious. If he assured me that he was an expert on the trails, I might feel a little bit better. But when he declared his undying love for me and swore his protection and care, I might begin to warm up to the idea.
Walking by faith, I sometimes feel like I’m tripping along the precarious edges of the Grand Canyon with a blindfold obscuring my vision. Fear of the unknown can cause me to slow my pace and make each step laborious. Should I go to the left or the right? Should I take this job? Should I move? Should I do this ministry or that one?
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and
certain of what we do not see.”
I’ll admit that walking the paths surrounding the biggest hole I’ve ever seen can cause anxiety when my eyes are open. Now, add a blindfold into the mix and I can imagine my knees knocking and my hands trembling. I am accustomed to being able to see where I am going. Faith, however, is confident about things that are unseen. How can I be confident about my future when I cannot see it? How can I have vision that sees beyond my stumbling steps of today and into the hope of a perfect future?
First, I must know that my guide is trustworthy, faithful, loving, and will never leave my side. If I doubt God’s care for me or His ability to lead me, my faith will waver. As a blindfolded follower, I trust implicitly in my leader. I might think that I ought to step out to the right, but He knows that one misstep could lead to disaster.
Trusting in God as my guide, I can now move forward with vision. This is not a vision based on the tangible things I see with my eyes, but rather a vision based upon what is unseen.
My vision includes a picture of a woman who glorifies God. I am confident that God is at work in my life and that He is molding me into His image (even if I can’t always see that right now). I have a vision for myself: to honor God as a wife and mother; to share His love with those I know; to imitate Christ’s life of sacrifice; to know Him. Each step I take in this life is sifted through this vision. Decisions and choices lay before me every day and I look at each one as an opportunity to test my vision.
I may feel blindfolded at times, but I am confident of this:
Philippians 1:6 “He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
Walking by Faith,
Heather C
Heather – I loved this analogy! This was very inspiring this morning, thank you!!
Thank you, Heather! I so needed to read this today…very inspiring…a great way to start the day!
Peace!
yes. i totally love this post. i totally do.
Beautiful, beautiful post. I can really relate to this. Thank you for your encouraging words.
Heather, that picture is one of my most favorite sites in all the world! (at least in the U.S., because that is all I’ve really seen)
The majesty of God’s creation is unfathomable. Thanks for this reminder to trust Him in all things, even when we have the blindfold on.
Very inspirational, bless you.
Beautiful, thank you.
Thank You!!! I am walking through a time in my life where all I have is faith in God that he knows what is best for all involved and he is in control. I have to depend on him to control my speach and actions for what I want to do is contrary to his word and I have to stay silent. I needed this today of all days. God is awesome and he knows how to reassure us just at the right moments.
Love and Prayers,
Angela
Amen Heather! Me too 🙂
Wonderful analogy. I remember the times when I let go of my Guide’s Hand and fell through crevices. Instead of censure, He gently lifted, poured His balm on my grievous wounds and carried me until I was able to walk again. God has indeed given you a wonderful gift to share with us His truth in a way we can easily grasp.
Thanks, Heather.
I love your analogy on walking blind-folded through the Grand Canyon. We know that He loves us and will never forsake us (even when we misstep).
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on faith — what a wonderful encouragement.
Thank you so much for this inspirational post.
Heather,
my guide is trustworthy, faithful, loving, and will never leave my side….
Amen… Amen… Amen.
Awesome post!
Beautifully said Heather. I truly believe that the life lesson the Lord has been teaching me is trust. It is foundationally to everything.