Latest Devotion
Just Keep Walking
By: Keefe Wilson
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
For we live by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7
A new year can feel like standing at a trailhead. You see the first few steps clearly, but then the path disappears around the bend and becomes uncertain. I remember feeling that way as a Boy Scout preparing for a long march to raise funds for our troop. Our leader was a retired Army Sergeant, and he told us if we ever felt like quitting, the most important thing to remember was: “Just Keep Walking."
The day arrived, and we all met at the trailhead. Our packs were heavy, but our enthusiasm was high and our spirits were strong. But a few miles in, that initial excitement faded. Shoulders ached, feet burned, and we hoped every bend in the trail was the finish line... but it never was.
Finally, someone asked a question we were all thinking: “Can we just stop?” Mr. Webb gave the same answer every time: “Just keep walking”. His answer seemed unfair because we just wanted to know how much further we had to walk. But Mr. Webb knew if we focused on the distance, we’d quit. That day we learned to keep taking the next step, and then one more. We had to trust our leader, and before we knew it, we successfully crossed the finish line.
Following Christ can often feel the same way. We want clarity and proof before we'll move forward. But Scripture gives us the same simple encouragement: "Just keep walking."
Our opening verse (2 Corinthians 5:7) emphasizes the importance of trusting God instead of what we see or feel. Why? Because God doesn’t usually show us our destination—He calls us to step-by-step obedience when the path is unclear. If your path seems uncertain in 2026, if your prayers seem to be unanswered, or when your strength is running low, remember God’s simple instruction: "Just keep walking."
Be encouraged! God doesn’t expect us to sprint through this new year; He simply asks us to walk with Him. He is our personal guide, and He sees past every turn in the road and the hills. He also sees the blessings we can’t yet imagine. Don't worry about the details, just relax and trust Him. Our responsibility isn’t to figure it out—it’s to "keep walking."
So, if you’re tired today and the path ahead feels unclear, keep walking. If fear rises, keep walking. Remember the lesson from that long march. Don’t quit because you can’t see the finish. Trust the One who does. Keep walking! By faith, not by sight. Not by feelings. Not by predictions. Not by what-ifs.
No matter what happens this year… just keep walking.