Divine Footsteps and Fumbles

               Divine Footsteps and Fumbles

Dear reader,

This morning I found myself reflecting on what it truly means to "walk in Christ." I've been reading Colossians and Galatians lately, and two verses keep resonating in my mind:

"As you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him" (Col. 2:6) "Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh" (Gal. 5:16)

These words challenge me. What does it look like to actually walk in Christ in my day-to-day life? It's not just about belief, but about allowing Him to shape every aspect of my existence.

I've been trying to imagine Christ as a sort of "spiritual landscape" I'm meant to explore and live in. It reminds me of those stories of the Israelites entering the Promised Land, discovering its richness. Am I truly experiencing the abundance of life in Christ?

This morning, my prayer was, "Lord, help me to genuinely live and move within You. I want every part of my day, even the mundane moments, to be rooted in Your presence."

I realize I've received Christ, but am I really applying that gift to my life? It's a constant challenge. I catch myself relying on my own strength so often, even when I know better. Why is it so hard to consciously choose Christ over my default settings?

I wonder if others struggle with this too. It's not about receiving Christ again, but about actively involving Him in the nitty-gritty of life. I want to get better at this, to make it as natural as breathing.

Tonight, I'm setting an intention: Tomorrow, I'll try to pause throughout the day and consciously invite Christ into whatever I'm doing. It's a small step, but maybe it's the beginning of truly learning to walk in Him.

Until next time

Chaplain Mark