The Walk Toward Maturity

 

“Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love…”

— Ephesians 5:1a

Have you ever noticed how differently people walk?

Some people walk at a rapid pace. I can still hear the sharp clicking sound made by the high-heeled shoes of my elementary school principal as she moved through the tiled-floor hallways at a brisk pace.

Others walk with an exaggerated grace, like fashion models on a New York City garment district runway.

Some people walk very deliberately. I have to do so, relying on my two canes to keep my balance because profound progressive osteoarthritis has made walking so difficult.

Still others walk with a bit of a swagger, like certain famous male actors who display their self-absorbed importance in their gate.

Each day we make a conscious choice as to how we will walk and what path we will follow. The Apostle Paul offers this advice in Ephesians 5:1-2:

Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.

When it comes to choosing a way to walk, walking in the way of love seems like the very best choice.

By following in the footsteps of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, we may walk in a way that draws peoples’ attention to His mercy, grace, and love.

And that seems like a really good thing to do.

 

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