Driving
to work typically comes easily; but, one morning a thick fog covered the land
just at eyesight. A few factors
increased the danger of such conditions.
I drove a borrowed vehicle exceeding the size of the van I typically
use. Eyesight seemed to diminish in this
rather large vehicle. The windows
continuously fogged with defrost failing to assist. Still dark outside, I took off for my
destination. Prayers released the entire
trip for safety and help with clear vision of those wonderfully painted yellow
lines. I hugged them, but not too
tightly and drove slow around each curve in the road.
Inability
to see more than five feet in the distance filled me with fear. Anxiety arose in knowing curves existed, but
unable to realize the timing until right upon them. I drove with headlights cutting through the
fog slightly praying others did the same.
Coming to the crossroad, I trusted other drivers to use headlights to
make their presence known. I turned
praying no vehicle was coming. A ten
minute drive felt like an hour. My
desire to be at work NOW was overpowered by the need to be safe and drive
slower. Careless driving would lead to
destruction and pain. Relying on my
strength would lead to accidents and suffering.
My decisions not only affect me, but all others on the roadway. Cars trailing behind must drive careful as I
lead the pack to better lighting and straighter roads. As I pull into the driveway at work a prayer
in appreciation for safety raises.
Overall
decisions come easily and life moseys right along just fine. But, seasons may appear along the way
presenting a thick fog hindering our eyesight.
Factors arise and increase the danger of such conditions. Some include stress level increased, lack of
sleep, malnourishment, failure to spend time with God, self-condemnation, death
of loved one, divorce, depression, etc.
Darkness surrounding the situation only decreases ability to see any way
out of such fog. We take off on daily
destinations hoping for safety and courage just to get by. Going through the motions, placing a fake
smile on and hiding behind the fog opens doors for our enemy to creep in and work
to destroy our spirit.
The
overwhelming circumstances lead to careless ‘driving’ resulting in destruction
and immense pain. We rely on our own
strength to see us through resulting in crash and burn situations. The enemy loves this forecast and works
diligently to lead us away from the only Source of help. Old habits creep back in which we grab hold quickly
for any type of relief even for just the moment. Not only affecting ourselves, we lead others wrongly
with each failing decision.
When
the fog of life comes in, remember Who can be the light which leads to
safety. Hug tightly the One providing
Truth which to guide the path. ‘Drive’
slowly paying close attention to each curve the enemy may throw in your
path. Crossroads may appear along the
way; rely on others God may send to aide in deciding which way to turn. Decrease any factors that increase the danger
of such conditions. Reach out for
help. Our desire to be out of this
season NOW must be overpowered by His plan for our lives. . .
“For my thoughts are
not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so
are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:8-9
One
season may seem like a lifetime; but, rest assured God is working diligently to
grow faith, increase prayer life and turn all situations out for the good of
those who love Him! Avoid hiding behind
a forced smile. . .ask for help and prayer from trusted friends. Veer away from going through the motions
carelessly. . .increase focus as each decision is made. Rely on Him for strength to lead to the path
laid for your life. You will find then,
joy can still remain even through the thickest of fog.
Keep
praying harder than the devil can work.
Sheree
Craig
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