Ever felt totally lost — physically or spiritually? In today’s devotional, Alexis Goring shares a memorable story of getting lost in another state before smartphones and GPS, and how that real-life navigation mishap mirrors our spiritual journey. Just like she needed a trustworthy guide to get home safely, we need to follow Jesus closely through the twists and turns of life.

✨ Key Takeaways

Life is a journey — and we’re pilgrims passing through, with Heaven as our final destination
Jesus is our trustworthy guide, leading us safely if we stay close and refuse to let distractions get in the way
Prioritize your relationship with Christ through daily quiet time, Bible study, and prayer
Use worship, gratitude, and reflection as tools to stay spiritually grounded
God promises protection, peace, and guidance for those who actively seek Him

Intersecting Faith & Life

• How does it change your outlook to know you have a Heavenly Guide leading you through life’s unfamiliar territory?

• What practices can you put in place to stay spiritually close to Jesus, even when life gets hectic?

• Is there anything you’ve allowed to come between you and your relationship with Jesus? How can you realign

• Further Reading

  Proverbs 3:5-6 | Psalm 32:8 | Isaiah 58:11 | Psalm 25:9-10 | Psalm 119:105

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Full Transcript Below:

Following Jesus

By Alexis A. Goring

“I am but a pilgrim here on earth: how I need a map—and your commands are my chart and guide. I long for your instructions more than I can tell.”

— Psalm 119:19-20 TLB

It was a dark Saturday night when I left my house, settled into the driver’s seat of my car, gathered my printed map with directions to my destination and pulled out of my driveway onto the road.

I was driving to a friend’s birthday party. According to my map, it was about an hour and a half drive from my house to their apartment in another state. I hadn’t visited their home state before nor had I spent time in their abode. But I wasn’t worried…until I got lost in their state. Noth