Reflections On The Scripture: This verse from Job can be a mirror of our own lives when we stray from the path of righteousness. As parents, as guides in this terrestrial pilgrimage, we must instill in our children the value of walking in the light of the Lord. In the grand architecture of life, the gates represent opportunities or decisions and when we lack spiritual guidance, it can result in devastation or 'crush' us. However, even in the darkest hours, even when we feel crushed in the gate with no one to help us, the sovereign love of God persists. He is our eternal deliverer, even when no human help is at hand. In His overwhelming love, He reaches out to us, providing strength, wisdom and the promise of a safe harbor.