That Accident Was No Accident
I’ve noticed that media professionals tend to have two big character traits affecting our time management skills: an overwhelming flurry of ADD, and a relentless focus on what’s ahead. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing; however, there are plenty of times when looking ahead causes us to miss the opportunities before us.
Today I was rushing off to pick up some equipment for a shoot. As I waited in traffic…
BOOM.
Rear-ended.
From the vehicle emerged a young guy, very penant, and very worried about the pending insurance nightmare. I got out, looked at our cars, and everything was surprisingly unscathed. I made sure the young man was okay, grabbed his name (Chris) and a handshake for the sake of friendliness, and eagerly resumed my harried flight.
5 seconds later, the Holy Spirit laid into me. That accident was no accident. God brought me and Chris together at that moment for a reason: so Chris would know that Christ has a purpose for him and is eager to step into his life.
Heartbroken and torn, I confessed that my obedience – no – my ability to hear God speak – was hindered by looking too far ahead rather than what was directly in front of me.
It’s funny, isn’t it? We often consider ‘looking ahead’ to be a prized virtue. But sometimes, our frenzied nature causes us to miss encounters with God – a God who dwells in our accidents.
Describe a time when you missed an encounter with God because you were too concerned with the future.
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