Wipe Out

The kids and I took off to the beach with my friend and her three children yesterday. All the kids were so eager to play around the water, that they took off seconds after we picked our spot and set out the towels.

Of course, I promptly called mine back to get a proper dose of sunscreen. My oldest daughter was the last to return, and when she did, she was sopping wet. Apparently, she had a wipe out. She had been so busy looking at everything around her that she didn't see the big wave that hit her and knocked her down. It took her under the water and tossed her about for a few seconds before she gained her footing once again.

Isn't that just like life as a believer? Often we are minding our business and looking at the world around us, and we fail to see the big object looming behind that knocks us off our feet and into the water. We should have been prepared. We should have kept our eyes focused on the task in front of us instead of looking at everything else. But the devil likes to blindside us. He likes to distract us so he can attack sight unseen.

We can try to be vigilant and watchful, but that does not guarantee we will be attack-free. However, if we are in God's Word and seeking Him daily, we will have an easier time detecting areas open for attack. We will also be able to get back on our feet a lot faster when we do get hit.

Don't let a wipe out keep you down. God's Word is our solid ground. Stand on its truths for a firm foundation that will keep you from stumbling when crisis hits.