Fresh Insights on Ancient Truths

'Follow your own path.' A popular quote, and a questionable one for sure, because it is often followed by 'and do what makes you happy.' Of course, in a sense, we all mark out our own path. We make choices every day that are in line with the path we are on. If we have an athletic goal, we should be on the path of discipline and exercise. If we have an academic goal, we should be on the path of studying and learning. If we have a marriage goal, we should be on the path towards a serious relationship. No path, no destiny There is nothing wrong with marking out the path we want to follow. Think about it: No path, no destiny. Just aimless wandering. There are warnings, though. The Bible says in Proverbs 14:12, There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.  Ouch! Not all paths lead to blessings. The path of life We need God's wisdom and direction if we want to follow the path that leads to life. Back in the day, David understood that quite we...