Several years ago, I was privileged to spend some time in Denver, Colorado. While there, I decided to go to the mountains and do some climbing. No, not the kind where you need to be a contortionist with ropes and hooks, and maybe a few loose screws. My climbing was the kind where you walk back and forth up a steep incline, only to be able to see a valley and another steep incline, until you eventually get to the top. After climbing for quite a long time I noticed that the top appeared to be almost as far off as when I began. Then I looked back down where I had come from and realized that I had actually come a long way. Looking down, I recognized rocks that I had passed, and logs that I had climbed over and other obstacles as I had made my way up. Those were somewhat insignificant now, because I could see other obstacles upwards that needed to be overcome before I made it all the way to the top.
Life seems to be similar to my Rocky Mountain experience. Except that in life the top continually changes. It takes longer for real mountains to change.
Looking back down the mountain
Looking back down the mountain, we will see obstacles that we have overcome, sometimes with the help of others and sometimes when we felt very alone. Some of those obstacles may still cause pain in our emotional joints or hearts. If we have learned how to overcome them, then the next log on the trail, then the pain can be worth it.
Looking up the mountain
This ‘Rocky Mountain’ experience can be a great teacher. Faith in ourselves, one another, and God can help us as we continue to climb. Do not lose sight of the obstacles already overcome. Remember to help other climbers and remember to accept the help from others. See you at the top!
Bro, Great analogy and great post.
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