It is God who Arms me with Strength

"It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect." 2 Samuel 22:33

When I read verses like this, I feel a deep grief that I did not grow up as a Christian. How many problems could have been avoided if I had the Lord in my life? If I knew his word, and could call on it in times of trouble?

Lord, your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. (Psalm 119:105)

I walked through darkness for so many years, only dimly sensing that there was something brighter. I relied only on my own strength. My way was not perfect. My path was crooked. I was on my own.

But the verse in Samuel doesn't say "He makes my way perfect if I grew up as a Christian." My meandering path through troubled times can be redeemed by Him even though I didn't know Him then. He makes all things work for good. (Romans 8:28)

I can trust God with my path, because he is my strength and my redeemer. He makes my way perfect, regardless of where I have been. Praise you, Jesus, for saving me.