Will I?

For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Romans 8:14

When I read the passage my mind immediately took me back to Duke, the horse that was leading me when I was supposed to be leading him. How often do I want the Holy Spirit to follow me, instead of being led by Him?

I also thought about how being a young child, I was willing to follow my siblings anywhere and do whatever they asked. I just wanted to be included. As I got older, it became harder for them to lead me; I often wanted to do my own thing. I got wise to the fact that I was doing things that I shouldn’t always do.

God will never direct me to do something that is not purposeful and will not somehow lead me to the path He has for me. So why have I stopped blindly following Him when I know I want to be part of what He is doing?

Children who are in the safe environment, feel like they are free to explore and grow. They also follow those parents’ lead. God provides the safest environment there is. He is my shelter, my shield, and my protector. I can trust Him. The only question is, will I?

Lord forgive me for not always following Your lead. If there is something that I can do to get out of my own way in following You, please show it to me.