Not Alone

Today I was reminded of something crucial to life and it's journey; I am not alone.  I was talking with a friend at work who was just struggling in her journey, finding false comfort in food and no motivation to get back on track.  She spoke of this pattern that I think we all find ourselves in from time to time:  You do good for a couple of days and then you just bottom out.  And without blinking an eye the Lord gave me the words to share.

My friend has been keeping a blog of her journey with the metaphor of Egypt. (sojournerfromegypt.blogspot.com).  I was able to remind her today that the Israelites too found themselves in a pattern.  The only problem is that there pattern led them to the same circle around the same mountain for 40 years.  So this leads me to ask myself two questions?

Do I see and recognize patterns within my life?  If so, what are those patterns leading me to?  Do I see the same mountain, or am I seeing new horizons?  Do I see the same numbers on the scale, or do I see improvements?  Do I see dead dreams that just float away with the wind, or do I see myself stepping into the promised land that God has already given me through Jesus?

Who am I surrounding myself with?  Are they ones that love Jesus and stand upon His Word?  Are they movers and dreamers and true friends?  Or are we even surrounding ourselves with anyone?  There is strength in numbers, there is fellowship among the faithful.  Life was not meant to be lived alone, but the last thing I want to do is surround myself with a bunch of grumbling Israelites.

So to those who have joined me on this journey, I give my heartfelt thanks.  I truly could not have made it this far without you.  May I be more of an encourager on the journey than a stubborn Israelite.  And to the new things I see on the horizon and all that Jesus has for me, I just thank the Father.  Yes, I am not alone and for that I am truly grateful!