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.

Those who thus exercise the Christian graces will grow and will
become strong to work for God. – Steps to Christ, pg. 80
“Jessica, could you make the salad bar today?”
“Of course!” I replied, with the biggest smile I could plaster
on my face. However, cutting vegetables was the last thing I wanted
to do. Why do I have to do salad bar? I always do the salad bar! For
once they should get somebody else to do it!
“We’re going to need two trays of tomatoes, one tray of
cucumbers, and one tray of…” the cook’s words derailed from the train
of thought in my mind as I once again immersed myself in my self-pity
party. Why do I have to cut tomatoes? I despise cutting tomatoes! It’s
the most monotonous job!
Noisily pushing my chair away from the table, I stomped all
the way to the fridge to fetch the box of tomatoes. Snatching a cutting
board and a knife, I stalked over to the table, plopped down, and
began the monotonous task of reducing the red, round fruits to small
chunks.
Later that day, a friend came up to me. “How was work?” she
inquired cheerfully.
“Horrible!” I replied in a huff. “I had to cut tomatoes again!”
“You know, Jess, some people don’t get the opportunity to
work. You should be thankful for the work God gives you to do,” she
advised.
That last sentence hit me like a logging truck. Shame
enveloped my heart, and I realized that I need to do the work I am
given with a cheerful heart, knowing that it will help to grow my
character. Now, whenever they ask for a volunteer for the salad bar,
I exclaim, “I can do it!” with the biggest smile I can muster; and this
time, I really mean it.