Many cities around the world are developing walking trails for those who like to go for walks as an exercise and for joggers. Lord commanded Abraham to walk before Him. (Genesis 17:1-2) This is not a physical fitness walk, but a lifestyle. Paul writes to walk as wise, making optimal use of time and opportunities. (Ephesians 5:15-17)
Not walk before friends: Peer pressure is exerted on teenagers, and they desire the approval of their friends. If the friends are wicked, peer pressure could be dangerous. Some strive to get a greater number of Likes from online friends.
Not walk before the family: A new believer is married and wants to live according to the Bible. However, her in-laws are namesake Christians who do not read the bible, pray, or attend the church. She was pressured not to attend church, according to them, was a waste of time. However, she took a stand to walk before God, not please family members.
Not walk before the community: There are several communities like caste, clan, class, and colleagues, a person is part of. There could be traditions and cultural practices unique to each group. For example, the Nightingale Pledge is used by nurses when they get their graduation certificates is a good tradition. But the wicked tradition of ragging first-year students in colleges is a sin.
Not walk before society: Some people live for the approval of society. However, each society tolerates certain kinds of social sins. Extravagant expenses for a wedding ceremony are a social evil. Even poor people want to imitate the rich and fall into life-long debts.
Not walk before the government: Certain governments deny freedom to their citizens, they cannot be disciples of the Lord. In that case, it is better to obey God rather than men. (Acts 5:29)
Walk before the Lord: This is the call for the disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ. That means to walk in light, truth, life, the Word of God, love, and righteousness. A disciple must do all things for the Glory of God. (I Corinthians 10:31)
Do I walk before the Lord?