40 Days or 40 Years

Would you rather walk in the wilderness for 40 days or 40 years?
In the Old Testament the Israelites wandered the wilderness for 40 years, because they wouldn't obey God and it took them a lot longer to get to their promise land.
When Jesus stepped on the scene he went into the wilderness for a fast of 40 days. He accomplished in 40 days what it took the Israelites 40 years to do.
But there was big difference between their promise land and his. A land flowing with milk and honey awaited them, but Jesus had to take on the sins of the world past, present, and future, then face the cross. They were led by pillars of cloud and fire and he was led like a lamb to the slaughter. Each got was promised to them, but one made it to the destination on time. Be obedient and follow God's voice to make it to your promise land. No matter how difficult the road or how many things distract you press through and you will make it to your promise land.