One-minute read.
Yesterday, I talked about speed enforcement in our new area, which has helped me become a better driver. Besides speeding, I now drive on two-lane roads more than ever. Living in the city, I drove on highways, and I rarely ever drove on country roads like I do now. Making the adjustment to cars coming directly at me, I have one thought: “Don’t swerve. Eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, stay in your lane.”
Following God on the narrow path develops a similar mindset. Keep the Son in your eyes and don’t swerve to the left or right. Every situation has the same question: What’s the right thing to do? With every person we meet, we must ask: What’s the best way to love them? God’s word gives us the answers to the questions. As Solomon writes in the book of Ecclesiastes, “there’s nothing new under the sun” (1:9).
Of all the commandments, Christ told us the most important one: “love God, love others” (Mark 12:30-31). The Savior commands us to love, and we can only do that by staying in our lane and following Him closely. When we do, He’ll give us everything we need to fulfill the command.
Prayer:
Lord,
Thank You for giving us a lane and the help to stay in it. Please give us the strength we need to love God and others with our whole heart, mind, and soul.
IJNIP. Amen
