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.

Without unceasing prayer and diligent watching we are in danger of
growing careless and of deviating from the right path. The adversary
seeks continually to obstruct the way… – Steps to Christ, pg. 95
Gazing out my window one fall morning, my attention was
drawn to all the little animals as they began their daily tasks.
My eyes shifted to the ground below, falling upon one little,
grey bird. As I was observing his small feathered coat, he hopped out
of view. Frustrated, I stood on my tip toes, trying to find him again.
Moments later, his small body came back into view. Intrigued,
I observed how diligently he searched the dew-covered grass,
pecking at every morsel of food he could find between the thin blades.
I watched him closely while he gathered his food for that day and
prepared for the cold, winter months ahead. Soon, I realized that
his simple work put me to shame, for when I awoke that particular
morning, I was too distracted to look for my daily food. The Devil had
succeeded: I had forgotten the precious hour I was going to spend
with God.
I hadn’t yet diligently searched God’s treasured word for my
spiritual food—the food that would prepare me for the trials ahead and
bring me into a closer relationship with my Heavenly Father.
I think back to the little bird. His example of gathering food
was so simple, yet it reminded me of God’s true purpose for me that
morning: silent prayer combined with diligent work. He wants me to
search out His perfect plan in the Bible. This plan will lead me closer to
Him and prepare me fully for everything each day has in store.
I pray the little bird’s simple example will stay with me always
as I store up for the wintery trials ahead.