The Way

On our return trip from Florida last month, David and I made a brief stop at Amicalola Falls at the recommendation of pastor friends. While I will not easily forget the glory of God’s creation from that part of Georgia, it was a street sign outside of the state park, Antioch Church Road, that led me to a grateful contemplation. 

It stood low, nearly camouflaged against the rich autumn foliage. It immediately reminded of the place where the followers of Jesus were first called Christians. In the Book of Acts, they were often referred to as those who belonged to The Way.

Thomas, one of the disciples of Jesus, once asked how they could know the way. Jesus answered and told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Me” (John 14:6 NLT).

The Book of Acts also tells us that after the apostle Peter was arrested, he was questioned by the Jewish council. Peter replied with boldness from the Holy Spirit and said, “There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12 NLT). 

Jesus paid for our sins on the cross that stood uncamouflaged atop Calvary. He alone made the way back to God possible for all. And for that we can be grateful.

As followers of Jesus may we find gratitude in our hearts not only this Thanksgiving season but all throughout the year. And if you’re like most, who once were lost, may your heart seek The Way and hear Him saying, “Come.”