Following a Plow

The other day I wrote about following God’s light, even when He is moving too slowly or to quickly for our liking.

Personally, I can best relate my life at this moment to following the slow snowplow. I'll back up a little so I can better explain what I mean.

For many years when my kids were little, they needed me constantly. They needed me to change their diapers, wipe their noses, clean up their spills, tie their shoes, buckle their car seats, etc., etc. During this time I also helped found and coordinate a MOPS group, which required much of my time and energy. I have to admit that during those years I felt like I was following the fast-moving semi truck - and I was barely keeping up!

Now my kids are in school and I am not in a leadership position. My job is to stay at home, take care of the household tasks and get the kids to their activities. I am helping in a few areas at church in support roles.

I wouldn’t trade my life for anything, but I have to admit that I am wired as someone who takes charge and leads. This season of support makes me feel like I’m following a snowplow.

The other night when I was driving behind the plow, I was frustrated. I wanted to get past him. I kept looking ahead to see if it was safe to pass. Eventually I did pass him, something my husband did not appreciate when I told him about it later. He said that I should never pass a snowplow because it’s unsafe. I guess my impatience got the better of me!

Right now, it’s hard for me not to look ahead and want to speed up my life. I know that God has placed me in this “slow” season of life and ordained the activities I’m supporting. I need to trust Him and not try to look ahead and pass up the plans He has for my life right now!

Where are you in life right now? Are you behind a snowplow or a semi? Is God taking you down His path too quickly or are you going at what seems to be a snail’s pace? No matter what speed you are traveling at right now, set your mind on seeking God’s will for your life. Spend time with Him so that you can learn to be content with the speed of your life.

Scripture: John 1:35-50; 8:12

Prayer: Lord, sometimes it’s scary to follow You. You choose to take me down roads more rapidly that I would like. Or, sometimes You lead me down a road slowly, and in my impatience I want to jump ahead of Your will. Please help me to be content traveling through life at Your speed. I realize that everything You do is for a reason. You have great plans for me and I don’t want to miss those plans! I acknowledge that following You means traveling at the speed You set for me and I am willing to travel at Your pace!