Thoughts

These pictures have captivated my thoughts today. I knew when I took them that they would be special because in my heart I identified with these pictures. I saw in my son’s eyes a beautiful trust as he followed Rob into the “unknown” and they climbed together. It is the kind of trust I want to have in my Heavenly Father as He continues to lead me each and every day.

The wall the boys are on is basically nothing more than ruins. Ruins of a history that I am unclear on, but they make up an old city gate and a wall that runs around the central part of the old city. What once used to protect a city and make a people feel secure is little more than a tourist photo opportunity with no chance of keeping out the “bad guys”.

As I look at these pictures I see the Scripture in Song of Solomon come to life as our bridegroom says , “Come and run with me!” How many times are we like the small boy who wants the adventure of climbing to new heights, but is afraid. He has no choice but to trust in his father’s hands and strength to pull him across and the faith and belief that his father will not let him fall. In the second picture the father is securely holding on the boy’s hand, yet looking at what is ahead. Always sure footed and steady. As they progress along the wall the father is always in front, guiding, teaching and going before us in all things.

This is such a beautiful picture to me. As you may or may not know, our family is moving out to a more remote place this summer. We are leaving the comforts of “city life” for the unknown. A lot of times I feel all I can do is place my hand in my loving Father’s and allow him to lead me into new places, new heights. When I find myself afraid or unsure, I have confidence I can trust in the security of the hand that is leading me and holding me close!

I look at this picture and I see the Father asking me daily to join Him in His work. I simply must follow!