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.

You cannot atone for your past sins; you cannot change your heart and
make yourself holy. But God promises to do all this for you through
Christ. – Steps to Christ, pg. 51
It was deathly silent in the classroom as our teacher passed
out the math test. My classmates and I groaned as we mentally
prepared ourselves for one of the toughest and longest tests of the
whole year. Looking at the humongous test before my eyes, I knew
that the next hour would not be a walk in the park.
A few minutes later, my classmates and I were all stooped
over our desks, painfully trying to solve each difficult problem. Just
as I was about to figure out a problem, I heard a dull rumble behind
me. Startled, I turned around and saw my friend shaking on the floor.
In a flash, I jumped up. I was about to rush to her aid, but my teacher
immediately ordered everyone out of the room. At that moment I felt
so helpless, knowing that my friend was suffering but I was not able to
help her.
My friend was rushed to the local hospital, where it was
discovered that she had had an epileptic seizure. Fortunately, the
doctors were able to get it under control with medication. God used the
medicine so that she could be healed and live a normal life.
Often, I feel helpless in my walk of faith. When I feel this way,
I am reminded of Jesus’ promise that He will never leave me nor
forsake me. Jesus always comes to my aid and reassures me that He
is there for me—no matter what.