Scripture: Psalm 119:105 Your Word is a lamp to my feet, a light to my path.
Several days of our Camino walk we were going longer distances, so we were sure to get an early start and be on the path by 7 a.m. That meant we were walking in darkness for a bit! We walked about 5 km, or an hour, while watching the horizon lighten, the sun rising and the sleepy towns and villages waking up. We enjoyed it, as it was quiet and seemed we had the trail all to ourselves, but at the same time, it could be dangerous. During that first hour we needed a light for our feet on this unknown path. We had one small headlamp between us, so we had to stick close together. We stepped a little slower and more carefully, as injury could mean the end of our whole Camino! It was a bit spooky as well, when we were under a tunnel of trees. I felt a little like Red Riding Hood in the Dark Wood! It seemed the trees might reach out and grab you. Fortunately sharing the trail with my husband helped! I specifically remember heading out of Melide, we immediately encountered a steep rocky path like some areas they call the "dragon's teeth." Our senses were heightened and focused. We were reliant on the light of the tiny headlamp for our safety and well-being.
The verse in Psalm 119 states plainly that God's Word is a lamp, a light for our path. If we don't want to stumble through life -and who doesn't - we should rely on God's Word! Using God's Word as our guide we can navigate around obstacles and keep moving forward. I'm reminded of another good verse from 2 Timothy 3:16, that reminds us God's word is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness. As we travel on our journey, let us rely on the light, God's Word.
Passing a statue or monument just before sunrise
