Path of Distinction by Annetta P. Lee

Path of Distinction

March 20, 2013

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His morning the Lord compelled me to walk with Him a while. Instantly I stepped with Him into a scene upon a crystal path. The trail was smooth and of a hue of blue. It ribboned through the sky like a strand of multi-lighted streams.

 

In the distance I heard the faint sound of music and as I listened more closely, I actually saw it dancing around us like a huge raindrop. Intrigued, I turned to question the Lord. It was apparent that perplexity and expression spawned amusement. For His laughter burst forth, igniting a brilliance that reflected against the crystal trail. This created colors so matchless, so vibrant and alive I can’t seem to name them. Joy and buoyancy so exploded inside me that danced about like a small child.

 

Only a moment passed before we commenced our stroll. I thought very little of our destination as I was simply elated to be in His company. Soon, I noticed a slight curve ahead and turned to look back. The path had changed into a gigantic loop high above the earth. I was captivated. Despite the clear and beautiful view, something from below beckoned for my eyes. I stepped to the edge to look down, but He gently touched my arm. “Wait.”

 

As we continued, a breeze swept against my face and through my hair causing a slight quiver. The aroma was so pleasant I couldn’t help but giggle. A sense of freedom suddenly widened in my middle and I almost felt as if I could fly if I tried. Though presently I cannot recall what we discussed, I know the Lord spoke of many things – of wonderful things. I remember at times laughing so hard that tears of affection ran down my cheeks.

 

Soon, we both stepped toward the edge of the path. I instinctively knew it was time to peer over the side and, though I did, He never took His eyes from my face. I saw restless turmoil upon the earth – to such a great degree that I gasped and reached out for Him. Without taking my eyes from the scene unfolding below, I clung to Him. I saw many whom I’ve admired and respected fall prey to compromise. “How can this be, Lord?”

 

“They closed their eyes to things they’ve been given power to discern,” He said. “They squinted to keep from seeing and acknowledging the responsibility I’ve given them.”

 

As I continued to watch, babes lost their way and vanished from my sight; some blended and mixed with Jezebel because the leaders refused to warn them. I began to weep as mud splashed on a spotless church. It became stained in the same colors with which the world was covered. I could not tell them apart. “Lord,” I cried. “Shouldn’t I be able to tell them apart?”

 

“These are My treasures. Pray for My treasures. Pray now.”

 

Just as I began to intercede, I heard a strong wind behind me. I was too afraid to look. I continued to pray, asking the Father to invade the earth with His Presence…to separate and give clarity to the eyes of His servants. Suddenly, the Lord touched my arm. “Look now, dear one.”

 

When I looked, I saw the rain beating hard against the earth. I saw a fence rise from the deep and many scampered like mice to the top and sat. I saw the colors of the waters churning in turbulent confusion, appearing like teeth clawing at everything within its reach. The sun suddenly moved from behind the clouds and the waters parted into brilliant colors. They began to flow and form like a rope separating itself from the mud.

 

“Look once more,” He directed.

 

I wiped my eyes and indeed could clearly differentiate between the church and the world. My heart leapt with delight, but He turned to walk away. “Wait!” I said, holding onto the sleeve of His robe.

 

“Be not discouraged, dear one,” He whispered. “Soon I will act and you will again see the distinction between the righteous and the wicked. But many will sit on the fence too long. And some of the leaders must be called to give an account of their treatment of my lambs.”

 

1.  Revelation 2:20 - Nevertheless, I have this against you: You tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophet. By her teaching she misleads my servants into sexual immorality and the eating of food sacrificed to idols.

2.  Malachi 3:17-18 - ¹⁷ “On the day when I act,” says the Lord Almighty, “they will be my treasured possession. I will spare them, just as a father has compassion and spares his son who serves him. ¹⁸ And you will again see the distinction between the righteous and the wicked, between those who serve God and those who do not.

3.  Luke 17:2- It would be better for them to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around their neck than to cause one of these little ones to stumble.

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