DRIVING cartoons - RULES OF THE ROAD LEARNED
The 'Roadside' 10 Commandments
1. Thou shalt display Road Grace not road RAGE
2. Thou shalt deliver thy children on that time-honored drive to CHURCH every Sunday
3. Thou shalt NOT raise BOTH hands when DUI of God's Spirit
4. Thou shalt not HONK, tailgate, or nudge in rush hour traffic
5. Thou shalt keep both EYES on the Road figuratively not literally
6. There shalt be PRAYER IN THY SCHOOLS as long as there is drivers education
7. Thou shalt drive with caution on snow covered WINTER ROADS
8. Thou shalt not be a BACK SEAT DRIVER when your teen has their learners permit
9. Thou shalt beware of THE SENIOR DRIVER (which I am )
10. The road to Heaven is narrow, but the road to Hell is a ROUTE 666 Autobahn like expressway. (note to self.. STAY OFF THIS EXPRESSWAY.. to Hell)
Here are a few more driver suggestions not street legal for the Autobahn. From a Christian perspective, the roads we travel in life carry deep spiritual significance, often tied to faith, obedience, and God’s purpose. Here are some lessons rooted in biblical teachings:
The Narrow Path: Jesus teaches in Matthew 7:13-14 about the narrow gate and difficult road that leads to life, contrasted with the wide, easy path to destruction. The Christian road isn’t always comfortable—it demands discipline, sacrifice, and trust in God over worldly allure.
God Directs Our Steps: Proverbs 16:9 says, “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” The roads we travel might twist unexpectedly, but faith holds that God guides the journey, even when we can’t see the end.
Walking by Faith: In 2 Corinthians 5:7, Paul writes, “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” The Christian road often requires trusting God through uncertainty—storms, deserts, or valleys—like the Israelites wandering toward the Promised Land.
Carrying the Cross: Jesus tells His followers in Luke 14:27 to carry their cross and follow Him. The road of faith includes burdens—trials, persecution, or personal struggles—but these refine us and draw us closer to Christ’s example.
Companionship in Christ: The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35) shows Jesus walking unrecognized with two disciples after His resurrection. Christians believe He travels with us, even when we don’t sense His presence, offering comfort and revelation.
Perseverance to the End: Hebrews 12:1-2 urges believers to “run with endurance the race set before us,” looking to Jesus as the pioneer and perfecter of faith. The road may be long, but the promise of eternal life fuels persistence.
A Pilgrim’s Journey: 1 Peter 2:11 calls Christians “sojourners and exiles.” This world’s roads aren’t our final home; they’re a passage toward heaven. Every step is a chance to live out God’s love and prepare for eternity.
Reflect on a road you’re on now—maybe a challenge or a calling. What might God be teaching you through it? In Christian thought, no mile is wasted; each one’s part of His redemptive story for you.