Traveling with God

As many of you prepare to travel this summer, God has placed something on my heart that I would like to share with you. Consider this a simple word of pastoral advice: wherever your journey takes you, remember to take God with you. Vacations may change our surroundings and our routines, but they should never interrupt our walk with Him.

Summer is a season when many people travel. We make plans, pack our bags, and go somewhere to rest, visit family, or enjoy new experiences. But wherever the road takes us, there are two ways to travel: with God or without Him.

Traveling with God means more than asking Him for a safe journey. It means inviting Him into every part of our day. Proverbs 3:6 says, “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” God wants to be included in our plans, decisions, conversations, and unexpected moments.

When we go on vacation, our daily routine changes. Unfortunately, our time with God can easily be left behind too. We may think, “I will return to my quiet time when I get home.” But while it is good to rest from our work, we should never take a vacation from our relationship with God.

Jesus showed us the importance of spending quiet time with the Father. Mark 1:35 tells us that He went to a solitary place early in the morning to pray. If Jesus intentionally made time for prayer, we should do the same.

Wherever you are this summer, grab your coffee, Bible, and notebook. Find a peaceful place and enjoy a devotional moment with God. Read His Word, reflect on what He is saying, and spend time in prayer. Pray for your day, your traveling companions, and the people God places on your heart. Ask Him to guide you and help you recognize the opportunities He brings your way.

A vacation can become more than a time of physical rest; it can also be a season of spiritual renewal. As you admire a sunrise, walk beside a lake, or enjoy time with loved ones, remember the promise of Psalm 139:9–10: wherever you go, God’s hand will guide you and hold you fast.

So make your plans, pack your bags, and enjoy the journey—but do not leave God behind. Invite Him to travel with you. When God is part of the journey, every destination can become a place of worship, gratitude, and grace.