Yogi Berra was one the greatest catchers of all time and went on to manage both the Yankees and Mets to the World Series. But, his fame transcended the world of baseball. He became famous for making statements that were memorable because they didn’t make sense, yet they each had some truth to them. “Yogi-isms”, as they were called, made him a cultural icon. One such Yogi-ism was this: “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” Funny, right? But the deeper truth there is — direction matters!
To a traveler, direction is the most important information that can be acquired. But, when direction is obtained, it must be followed to be effective. Many times I have remained off track simply because I refused to stop and ask for directions, convinced that I could figure it out on my own. Just ask my wife for verification on that! The point is, I remained lost until I humbled myself to stop and simply ask for directions.
Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.” According to this scripture, direction is always available to me, but it follows trust and acknowledgment, as well as resisting the urge to try and wing it on my own.
Life has too many paths and too many variables to trust in just yourself. Don’t end up someplace else. Get your directions from above and you will not only be a wise traveler, but will arrive safely and confidently at your next destination.
~ Pastor Jon Morgan
Christ Fellowship