One Way, Many Journeys

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” — John 14:6 (NRSV)

Every journey begins with a decision: where are we going, and how will we get there? Whether we’re planning a vacation, relocating, or simply heading out for the day, we rely on maps, signs, and digital guides to help us navigate. But beneath the surface of our daily travels lies a deeper question—one that echoes through every step we take: What is the destination of our life, and which way leads us there?

Scripture tells us that our spiritual destination—life with the Father—is reached only through Jesus Christ. He is not merely a guide or a companion on the road; he is the road itself. “I am the way,” he says—not a way among many, but the way.

Yet while the destination is singular, our journeys are not identical. We begin from different places—shaped by culture, experience, and circumstance. Some paths are smooth; others wind through valleys of grief, doubt, or delay. There are detours we choose, and detours God allows, each with its own purpose. And when we lose our way, the Spirit gently recalculates, nudging us back toward grace.

It’s possible to travel near the truth, to live ethically and generously, and still miss the destination. Goodness alone does not grant access to the Father—only faith in the Son does. That’s why sharing the good news matters so deeply.

Paul asks, “How are they to believe in one of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone to proclaim him?” (Romans 10:14). This isn’t just a rhetorical question—it’s a summons. We are not only travelers on the way; we are signposts, witnesses, and companions. The road is open, but it must be named. The invitation is eternal, but it must be spoken.

God’s desire is that all should come to know Jesus and find life through him (John 6:40). But hearing comes before believing and believing before following. We are entrusted with the sacred task of making the way visible—not by coercion, but by compassion, not by argument, but by presence.

Gracious God, you have set before us a path that leads to life—through Jesus, your Son. When we wander, call us back. When we resist rerouting, grant us trust. Help us to walk with humility, courage, and joy, and to speak of your love to those who are searching, unsure, or weary. May our lives point not just to a direction, but to a Savior. In his holy name we pray, Amen.

Peace & Grace,

Pastor Tim