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When I was a policeman, there was nothing like chasing criminals. While I did it often, there are several chases that stand out above the others. One sunny morning, Corky Sandifer and I were chasing two thieves who had abandoned their stolen car and were running up the wooded hills of Signal Mountain, near Chattanooga, Tennessee. It was a strange experience. At times we felt them watching us, but we couldnt see them. We didnt know if they were armed. Soon, because of the distance we had hiked, our radios would no longer transmit. And on top of all that, we were soon lost. I can assure you that it was not a fun experience. In fact, it was a very frightening time. Finally, not only did the thieves escape, but we had to walk several hours before we found our cars.
As children of God, there are many times when our earthly walk seems fraught with danger as well. We are unsure where we are headed, or even where we are. We, too, may feel as if we are wandering around hopelessly lost. God wants us to know, however, that we are never alone, and that his love and care is always present, regardless of our circumstances.
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In this passage, we see two people who were traveling through the hills on the rocky, and often treacherous, road to Jerusalem. They were going to worship at the temple and were discussing the truths concerning Gods promised provision for his people.
The travelers were discussing Gods constant help for his children on their difficult journeys.
God provides constant help for His children.
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