Charted

What is Charted?

Like a master surveyor, Jesus gives us clear directions to find a fulfilling, purpose-filled relationship with Himself - a map to the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Charted is a daily devotional written by the junior class at Fountainview Academy (Class of 2019). Based on the book Steps to Christ, this book explores the path to the Originator and Provider of Genuine Joy. We don't have to be confused about the way. The certainty is in the journey: divinely Charted.

The religion of Jesus gives peace like a river. It does not quench the
light of joy; it does not restrain cheerfulness nor cloud the sunny,
smiling face. – Steps to Christ, pg. 121
Can you imagine a dying star? I once thought that I was going
to witness a star die.
As I was walking to the gym one morning, I looked up to the
sky, and, in astonishment, saw a star seeming to die; but it looked like
it didn’t want to die. It would completely lose its light and then suddenly
reappear—shining brighter than ever.
How was that possible? Well, after a careful look into the sky,
I noticed that what was causing the star to “die” was really just a big
cloud.
Sometimes in my life there are gigantic, dark clouds that try to
extinguish my light; but these clouds will pass over. There are going
to be times when it seems I can’t shine any longer; but I should keep
shining as brightly as I can. Even when the clouds of adversity are
thick and I think nobody else will be able to see my light, these are the
moments when God wants me to shine brightest for Him.