Do Not Swerve

“The wicked do their best to throw me off track, but I don’t swerve an inch from your course.” (Psalm 119:110 MSG)

Motor vehicle collisions with wildlife are common in rural areas. Deer  crossing over highways are more prevalent during dawn and dusk hours. These low visibility times are also when accidents happen. When a deer leaps in front of a car, a driver’s natural instinct is to swerve to avoid hitting it. This can result in severe collisions with other cars on the road. Plus, there is no way to predict which way the deer will move. Safety experts recommend that you do not veer for deer. Instead, scan the road for wildlife during dusk and dawn. Use high beam lights if you are in a deserted area.  Make sure you and your passengers use seat belts to buckle up. If you see a deer, apply your brakes, but do not swerve. If you hit a wild animal, do not approach it. Call law enforcement. When inspecting your vehicle, do not assume all problems are visible. Check for leaking fluids and internal damage.

During transition times, when clarity is low, Evil crosses our path. Stay vigilant. Turn on the high beam lights. Scan for wickedness. There is no way to predict which way it will move, so do not veer from your path. Instead, buckle up with faith and apply your brakes when you see it approaching. If you are forced to collide with corruption, do not leave the safety of God’s protection to satisfy your curiosities. Once you are back in the light, inspect yourself for both visible and invisible damage. Constantly look to God for healing, restoration, and guidance.