Instead they set sail with the intention to board the best they can find— a well built vessel built and woven and riveted to withstand the raging waters and fierce winds. Even before they lift the anchors they plot their desired course, study the seasons and winds and sea, and factor in the possibilities of perils and dangers. They obtain the support and counsel of experts who have made the voyage, and know the sea and nautical field. They pack the right resources and supplies for the journey, join themselves with the right crew, and most importantly they pray to God before, during and after embarking; joining their prayers with the continued prayers from those also at sea and those on land.
If the wise set sail with wisdom and resources, a course and a plan... then how can we do anything less as we sail through the waters of life, braving its tempest and riding over the waves? So, let us set sail this week with the wisdom of The Word, wearing the full armor of God, and dressed for every opportunity or obstacle. Let us, travel at all times in the best and safest vessel — the refuge of God's hands and in the shelter of His wings. Let us do more than wander or drift, but chart our course in accordance to godly wisdom and understanding, in accord with the sound judgment and knowledge that comes from "leaning not on our own understanding." Though the wind blows and the waves cast us about, let us steer straight ahead staying in the narrow way and on the path lit by His truth, and aglow in His righteousness. Let us avoid foolishness and foolish companions, traveling only with the wise, and making certain that grace, mercy, truth, love and righteousness through Christ are our suite, deck and shipmates. Most of all, let prayer be our constant posture, Christ be our faithful captain, the Spirit our true compass, and let God Himself direct it all so that we arrive just where He intended and help us bring with us all that also need to come to His Kingdom's safe harbor.
Grace and peace to you—Cassius
