“Only So Far 👣”
Beloved, Jesus will only let you stray so far. Not because He condones wandering, but because His love refuses to abandon you. There are moments when God allows distance—not to lose you, but to teach you. He allows just enough space for you to recognize your need for Him, but never enough to let you be destroyed. His mercy draws a line that grace will not allow you to cross.
The Old Testament reveals this heart of God clearly. King David declares in Psalm 37:23–24, “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in Him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with His hand.” God does not promise that we will never stumble, but He does promise that we will never fall beyond His reach. Even when your footing feels unstable, His hand remains steady.
The New Testament confirms this truth through Jesus Himself. He says in John 10:28, “I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of My hand.” Jesus is not a distant observer—He is an active Shepherd. When you wander, He watches. When you drift, He pursues. And when you reach the edge, His grace intervenes.
So Beloved, if you feel tension, conviction, or a gentle resistance pulling you back, recognize it for what it is—love. Not judgment. Not punishment. Love. Jesus will not let you stray beyond what His mercy can redeem. He corrects, redirects, and restores because you belong to Him.
Actor and comedian Rob Schneider recently shared his faith journey and publicly expressed repentance for past bitterness. In reflecting on God’s mercy, he stated: “Jesus will only let you stray so much.”
Pray with me: Father God, thank You for loving me enough to guard my steps. When I wander, draw me back. When I stumble, steady me. Help me trust Your boundaries and recognize Your correction as grace. In Jesus’ name, I pray, believe, receive, and praise in advance, Amen and Amen!
4GIVEN 