Potholes

by Lindsay Stefanov

Guest Post

The road ahead is clear and bright.

You’ve got your focus set, and your goals are in sight.

Windows down, Cool breeze. Then “Crack!” You’ve hit a pothole.

These uncertainties and unknowns in life come out of nowhere and throw us off course. We can’t predict them, we don’t celebrate them, and we can’t escape them.

These are defining moments, as they reveal who we really are and what is most important to us. They, as some say, “squeeze us” and reveal what is truly within us.

So when you pull off the road to look at the damage, you have two choices: keep driving and risk further damage-misalignment or deal with the problem.

You also get to choose between accepting or rejecting help.

It’s ok to stop everything else and take the time to adjust, mend, and refocus. Take the time you need to be ready to continue down the road and invite God’s help, guidance, and support of those close to you.

Sometimes, potholes cause damage that we have to make modifications for.

But take heart because God’s hands are in it all.

We must accept that things don’t always turn out how we expect, but there are blessings along the way that would never have crossed our paths if not for the unexpected.

If you hit a pothole, cling to the wisdom God is trying to show you.

Allow yourself to become realigned with His plan, and cherish that He promises to stay by your side through whatever comes across your path.

King David made the right choice, declaring God’s sovereignty over his life in Psalms 23:1-4 below.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; He leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along the right paths, bringing honor to His name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me. Your rod and Your staff protect and comfort me.”