The Bridge of Life

A bridge leads you safely from one point to another usually while traversing a river or deep crevice. Many people do not like bridges, perhaps because of the height which is entailed. While traversing the bridge, we gaze into the depths below us praying all the while the road on which we travel will remain safe and secure beneath us.

Recently, I saw a movie about the Alps which was truly breathtaking! These wondrous mountains in the middle of Europe bring amazing and unparallel beauty to all who see them. During the movie, a train carefully traveled through a tunnel etched within one of these spectacular mountains. As it wound its way out the other side, the train continued on its way riding above a gorge several hundred feet deep. The train slowly traversed a steep ravine over which it rode looking as though a strong wind would at anytime blow it over the edge. However, the rails were built into the mountain walls and cemented on the tracks with precision engineering. With ease, the train slid smoothly and safely above the ravine and to the other side.

Such is the fabric of life. We travel from one point to another, carefully meandering our way over the pitfalls and problems we encounter in our life's journey. We must remain securely cemented on the rails we travel while watching our every move. If not, we will fall into the chasm of doubt and insecurity.

Our path carries us around the rocks of heartache and pain; it transports us over the abyss of life's uncertainties. However, our focus must remain centered on what lies ahead, while our faith is deeply rooted in the love of God and His will for our life. He will safely carry us above the boulders of bewilderment which block our view of the beauty surrounding us. Feel His strength surrounding you and supporting you with each step you travel.