“They wandered in the desert, lost and homeless. Hungry and thirsty, they nearly died. In their distress, they cried out to the Lord, and he rescued them from their suffering” (Psalm 107:4-6).
Following God faithfully often means choosing the lonely path. And yes, that path can feel like a desert—dry, difficult, without applause. But it is exactly there that we learn the deepest lessons about who God is and about who we truly are in Him. Seeking human approval is like slowly drinking poison. It drains the soul, because it forces us to live to please unstable and limited people, instead of glorifying the eternal and unchanging God. The true man or woman of God must be willing to walk alone, knowing that the Lord’s company is worth more than the acceptance of the whole world.
When we decide to walk with God, we will hear His voice—firm, constant, and unmistakable. It will not be the sound of the crowd, nor the echo of human opinions, but the sweet and powerful call of the Lord to trust and obey. And this call always leads us to the same point: obedience to His mighty Law. For in it is the path of life. God gave us His Law not as a burden, but as a faithful map that leads to blessing, protection, and above all, salvation in Christ. To follow it is to walk a safe path, even if it is a lonely one.
Therefore, if you must walk alone, walk. If it is necessary to lose the approval of others to please God, so be it. For obeying the magnificent commandments of the Father is what brings lasting peace, deliverance from the snares of the world, and true fellowship with heaven. And whoever walks with God, even in silence and solitude, is never truly alone. -Adapted from A. B. Simpson. Until tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Beloved Father, I thank You for Your constant presence, even in moments when everything feels like a desert. I know that walking with You often requires giving up being understood, admired, or accepted by others. But I also know that nothing compares to the peace of being by Your side. Teach me to value Your voice more than any other.
Lord, deliver me from the desire to please men. I want to walk with You even when that means walking alone. I want to hear Your voice, obey Your call, and live according to Your mighty Law, trusting that it is the right path—the path that leads to blessing, deliverance, and salvation. May my steps be firm, even if lonely, as long as they are grounded in Your truth.
Oh, Most Holy God, I adore and praise You for being faithful to those who walk with You in holiness. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your mighty Law is like a luminous trail in the midst of darkness, guiding faithful hearts to Your throne. Your commandments are like eternal anchors, securing the steps of those who obey You, even when the whole world turns away. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
