Following Jesus will always take a course that eventually leads us onward and upward. Following Jesus is a daily walk. It is not a sprint and I’m done. It is not a pleasure hike that is always enjoyable.
The daily walk is one small step of a life time journey. The days are numbered by God and all have meaning and learning for that day. The overall purpose is maturity for me and blessings for all those we encounter. There is no failure unless I turn back and quit following Jesus, my Guide. The more rapidly I mature, the more I will enjoy the journey and the more I will be a blessing to all those around me.
As His follower the paths He leads me on will not be downward and outward; but will always lead me onward and upward!