So much of the Bible refers to terrain … if you saw Jerusalem, you would understand why. The climb to Bethlehem is also quite steep. The tour bus we are in made it, but depends heavily on a good engine and GOOD BRAKES.

Life also has ups and downs, and it almost seems that these key Holy Land cities were geographically positioned to offer the Lord plenty of object lesson capability. In His coming Kingdom, we know every valley shall be exalted and every hill brought low, the rough places [that’s Israel] plain … it all smooths out to become a highway for our God. His ultimate goal is the lives of people.

PRAYER: Lord, You have a plan for everything, and all things are working together for us to experience the good You have prepared for us. We worship You.

READING: Isaiah 13-16