"And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered every where, before the LORD destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah, even as the garden of the LORD, like the land of Egypt, as thou comest unto Zoar. Then Lot chose him all the plain of Jordan; and Lot journeyed east: and they separated themselves the one from the other." Genesis 13:10-11

When Abraham left to follow the Lord, he had no idea where he would end up. He had taken his nephew Lot along with him. God had promised to give the land to Abraham and to his seed forever. Both Abraham and Lot had accumulated large flocks and herds. Conflict developed between the keepers of their flocks, and something had to change.

Abraham gave Lot first choice. Lot looked to the East at the well-watered plain of Jordan. His flocks would flourish there. It would be a pleasant place to live. There is no mention that he asked the Lord for directions. He made his choice based on what his eyes could see. As we read the rest of Lot's story, we realize that he did not make the best choice. He eventually ended up living in the wicked city of Sodom, and that decision cost him more than he had ever dreamed. When God decided to destroy Sodom and Gomorrha, Lot escaped with only his two daughters.

II Peter 2:7-8 "And delivered just Lot, vexed with the filthy conversation of the wicked: (For that righteous man dwelling among them, in seeing and hearing, vexed his righteous soul from day to day with their unlawful deeds;)."

There comes a time in every one of our lives when we must make choices. Whether we are young or old, circumstances arise when we must decide which way we want to go. Sometimes it is not easy. But when we are earnestly desiring to know God's will for our lives, we can trust Him to give us the direction we need. When we read His Word and listen to His voice, He will direct our steps and help us to make the right choice.

Pro 3:5-6 "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."

Thought For Today: Are you facing a decision? Ask the Lord to give you the direction you need.

Devotion by Anne Johnston