This week through the generosity of a friend I have a vehicle at my disposal. It's much smaller than our family vehicle (a minivan) and I thoroughly enjoy bombing around town in it. When my friend returns from her vacation I will thank her not only for the use of the vehicle but for her vehicle being the means through which God spoke to me about how He provides blessings and benefits in my life.
Today I pulled into the local mall parking lot and automatically proceeded to the parking area I use when driving our van. As I parked I recalled that close to the door of the store I was going to there is a whole bank of spaces designated for small vehicles. It did not occur to me to park in that area because I'm not able to take advantage of that convenience when driving my own vehicle but today - in fact all this week - I can because I have a vehicle that fits that designation.
Right away I realized that is a picture of the difference God makes in my life. On my own there are places I can't go, things I can't do, details I can't see and issues I cannot understand. However when I am walking with the Lord it's a whole different story! I can go places I would never get to without Him, do things I could not even dream of attempting apart from Him, see things through His eyes that are invisible to me naturally and gain understanding that can only come from Him. On His path, I have benefits I can get nowhere else and I promise you - those benefits are a whole lot more exciting than being 16 steps closer to the door of the store I am going to!
I'm starting out my week believing that I can live out John 10:10...experiencing the abundant life He came to give. Want to join me?
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