Keep On Walking

From: Neil Anderson Ministries

Psalm 23:4 "Even though I walk in the dark valley, I fear no evil; for You are at my side with your rod and your staff that give me courage."

The life led by the Spirit of God is marvelous. Sensing His presence, living victoriously, and knowing the truth are characteristics of a free person. But what if you couldn't sense His presence? What if God, for some reason, suspended His blessings? What would you do if you were faithfully following God and suddenly all external circumstances turned sour?

What is a person to do during these times? David tells us that no matter how dark it gets, we are to keep on walking. In the light we can see the next step. The path ahead is clear. We know a friend from an enemy and we can see where the obstacles are. But when darkness settles in, every natural instinct says to drop out, sit down, stop! We become fearful of the next step.

David's message is don't stop; keep on walking. Keep walking in the light of faith.

If God's ministry of darkness should envelop you, understand that God has not left you; He has only suspended His conscious presence so that your faith will not rest on feelings or be established by unique experiences or blessings. Listen to David's words: Keep on walking. Never doubt in the darkness that God is at your side.