By Lois Hewitt

Part of the walkway out of our apartment is made up of loose stones.  And that part of the walkway is slightly slanted, so when I walk on it I have to be careful with my footing as to not fall.

I have slipped a couple times as the stones shifted from me walking on them.  Leaving me no alternate but to land on my behind. 

Life feels that way sometimes, doesn’t it?  Like we are standing on shifting ground and the only place to go is down.  So many things don’t make sense today.  Opinions and ideals keep shifting.

That’s when I need to remember there is one place that never shifts or changes.  The feet of Jesus. 

He is the same as yesterday, today and will be tomorrow.  World views change on a regular basis.  Influencers try to facilitate change based on their view.  But He is constant.

For me, there is comfort in knowing that the foundation that Jesus set for us never moves, never changes.  If I can only keep my eyes on Him, I would be more settled and peaceful.

But the world we live in wants to keep us dissatisfied and confused.  Hatred is a new normal.  Screaming has replaced conversations.  Acts of violence are considered appropriate as a form of protest. 

But at the feet of Jesus, there is love, compassion and peace.   That never shifts.  His foundation is firmly planted and will not be moved. 

As I try to maneuver this new world we live in, I sometimes forget to keep my eyes on Jesus.  When I do I become fearful and unsteady, ready to stumble at any moment. 

I need to keep my focus on the One who is truly in control.  No politician, no influencer, no celebrity only Jesus. 

It’s like when you stand on the beach and the tide brings the water to you.  It can feel like you are moving due to the motion of the water, but in reality you have not moved at all.  It’s just an illusion.

But when you focus on Jesus, the foundation is solid.  He has control of today and forever more.  No shifting stones here, just solid ground.

So if today you feel like everything is out of control, you can shift your view to Jesus and get your footing right.  He died for us, He cares for us and He protects us.  That never changes. 

Plant your feet on solid ground.  Look to Jesus for your security and know that He is the victory we seek. 

We will still continue to stumble as that is the human condition but planting yourself at His feet will help ensure that He will help you back to your feet and back to solid ground.