“Daddy, the car is slipping!”
Few things bother me as much as losing control of my car on an icy road. As a former Michigander, I know that sick, sinking feeling of losing traction and helplessly sliding around on the open road. That’s what happened yesterday as my kids and I ran an errand.
My winter driving instincts kicked in, and I began to educate them-aged 5 and 8-on how to regain control of a car on the ice. But then I hear my son’s little voice say from the backseat, “But the best thing to do is pray, right dad?” “Uh…yeah.”
God can use the simple faith of a child to teach you a powerful point, which He did yesterday. So often, when I start to lose control in other areas of my life, my first instinct isn’t to pray. But as my son reminded me, there’s nothing more powerful than prayer when you start to lose control.
January 8th, 2010 at 10:22 am
This is precisely why I chose to drive when hanging out with Dan!
Good point though Pastor Dan!
January 8th, 2010 at 10:25 am
wow…that’s so true. whenever things go wrong and I feel like I’m losing my grip I always have to remind myself that I was never in control . I just have to hold on to the One who is always in control and always present. problems and trials grow my faith and teach me to trust in God more.
January 9th, 2010 at 11:27 am
This is a perfect illustration of James 1. The “slippages” of life come to make us strong just as driving on snow covered roads teach us to slow down, be aware and use caution.
January 17th, 2010 at 10:25 am
From the mouth of babes… this is how we are to come to the Lord, as children, innocent and honest and completely open to the Lord. Great story, Pastor Dan, and a great reminder to all of us. Thank you for sharing. May our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ continue to guide each and everyone of us.