Isaiah 35:8. “And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called the way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it shall be for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err therein.”
A NEW VISION. Who are these coming in safety and with joy? Everyone is singing; not even wild beasts annoy! There are flowers in the desert; fields are, where none were - People are striding along in confidence; there isn't any fear! What a change has taken place; something new has come to pass - God is waiting there in Zion; the darkness of dark days is gone at last. God's highway is “The Way of Holiness;” He prepared it for His own. He hasn't just pointed out the direction; He is taking us to His home.
Where there was weakness; now there is strength. Where there was separation; now there is a permanent link. Where there was fear; now there is confidence - God has dealt with those fear-mongers with His holy vengeance. The blind can now see and the lame can easily walk. The tongues that were silent, now can sing, and praise, and talk. Water flows where there was none; streams flow across the desert sands. Springs come now to the surface, where once there was only barren land.
Even now as I journey homeward, much of this I can enjoy. People around can't understand, and sometimes they try to toy With my faith and say, “Wishful thinking,” but I know all this is real. It is not only emotion for the moment; scriptures back up what I feel. I look out at a dark day, and I can see beyond the clouds - There is light that is shining there that is not affected by the crowds. There is for me a highway too – a “Way of Holiness.” On this road I travel, God walks with me to keep and bless!
“Heavenly Father, this road I travel does have some hills – the better to see holy vistas beyond normal sight. And valleys where the streams and food of refreshment I find. I thank Thee that Thou art with me. Father, may the visit of yesterday produce blessing for those people and glory for Thee. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”