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 wrongdoer does not discern the defects of his character nor
realize the enormity of the evil he has committed; and unless he
yields to the convicting power of the Holy Spirit he remains in partial
blindness to his sin. – Steps to Christ, pg. 40
Grabbing a plate of almonds and dates, I plopped down in
the nearest seat. Following habit, I sliced open each date and peeked
inside before popping the tasty fruits into my mouth. Opening one, I
was disgusted to find that this date was full of worm residue. Eeew!
“Guys, you should always check your dates before you eat
them,” I declared to the others at the table, holding out the filthy date
for all to see. “Look what I found inside this one.” Horror filled their
faces as they realized that they never checked their dates before
eating them. This new idea seemed to especially interest one of the
people sitting near me.
“Wait, can I see that?” he queried, holding his hand out for the
date. “I want to try it to see if it tastes different. I just want to make sure
that I haven’t already eaten one before without knowing it.”
I blinked incredulously. “I mean… if you want to, go ahead!”
To my surprise, he popped the date into his mouth. Everyone
at the table stared in disbelief as he chewed the filthy date and
swallowed it.
“Yup, that definitely tastes different,” he choked, grimacing
with disgust.
Often, what looks good on the outside is actually rotten on the
inside. I go through life enjoying things that appear to be safe, when
in reality they are harming me. The Holy Spirit is convicting me of the
true effects of my choices, and my ears must be open to hear His
voice. After all, ignorance isn’t always bliss.