Journeys

Praise God, I received my first speeding ticket

Last saturday, while returning home after a late night supper with friends, I was stopped by the traffic police for speeding. I knew something was wrong when flashing blue lights filled my side window and a shiny white BMW pulled alongside. The glare from the police officer was unmistakable. "Pull Over!"

At this point, most drivers would start to get anxious, desperately trying to think of an excuse for the speeding indescretion. As I pulled over to the side of the road, many emotions ran through my body. I was feeling regretful but also strangely elated.

You see, just a few minutes earlier, I had a strong impression in my heart that I should not be speeding. "You shouldn't drive so fast. Slow down. It's not right." Those thoughts filled my mind and immediately I took my foot of the accelerator. I slowed down back to the speed limit and continued driving and conversing with my friends. But old habits die hard and and very soon I was speeding again. I had just overtaken 2 slower vehicles in front of me when the flashing blue lights appeared.

Many thoughts ran through my mind as I stood there by the side of the highway, waiting to get my summons. Although regretful that I had got caught, I was also quite elated that God spoke to me in such a direct manner. It was a "Wow" moment. I actually mattered to God! A day later when I was doing my quiet time, I read Proverbs 3 and these 2 verses really stood out.

Proverbs 3:11-12 (NLT)
11 My child, don't ignore it when the LORD disciplines you, and don't be discouraged when he corrects you. 12 For the LORD corrects those he loves, just as a father corrects a child in whom he delights.

Praise God, I received my first speeding ticket ...

posted by Unknown @ 10:24 AM