Travelling endurance

The things that we endure. Physically, mentally, spiritually. The body is able to withstand plenty of anguish, pain, fatigue, and even dehydration, until the moments of death. And even when that moment comes, there are chances of revival and resuscitation. We are creatures designed for survival.

Today is a glorious one! I know that I have not experienced my best days, though there are plenty of great days behind me. Expectation is resilient. It can endure even the most daunting, trivial and unfortunate moments. Although things look like they are going in the complete opposite direction of one's intent (may even be ), in the blink of an eye their expectation may be exceeded. I can't explain it, other than having own expectation exceeded in going to college. I knew I would go somewhere, but maybe only nearby; MSU would be stretching it. Never thought about getting into UM as well (Go Green). It's a sad commentary, that a great majority of black males in Detroit either drop out or make no effort to matriculate in higher ed. Am I special? Of course not. Chance and opportunity is given to all. (Ecclesiastes 9:11)

Let's take it a little further. While travelling, we go up, down and around many hills, steeps and slopes. Bear with me. Travelling presents many opportunities, decisions and changes in direction. Some benefit more than others. I have learned that where we get our directions from matters a whole lot. After trusting myself for so long, I only found myself stuck in the same valleys and awkward positions; just could not get over any hill! However, when you have a problem with your computer, remote or car, who do you question about it? The maker! "Thanks for calling Dell, how may I help you?" "Uh, yeah um this laptop you sold me crashed, I think it's still under warranty." "Okay, Sir, let's take care of that for you." We must go to our Maker for the proper direction, correction and restoration!

Endurance? What does this have to do with what I'm talking about? Well, had my hope for something better died out a long time ago, I'd still be stuck in that valley. Not only can we withstand physical distress, but the Lord will place us in faith-attacking situations, just to see who we call on! Once I stopped suffering for evil deeds, it's like all these other accusations came, just for believing in Jesus! But all throughout, He's been there for me to call on, which I absolutely adore about Him. It's gonna be His footsteps left in the sand, carrying me over the mountains. He's here for you as well. Give Him a ring.

And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me. Psalm 50:15
Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 2 Timothy 2:3
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105

This guy sounds black, but looks white!