I like to be in control - or at least be able to think I have some amount of control over various aspects of my life.

However, traffic does not adhere to my schedule. Dogs soil the carpet when I’m on the way out the door. Projects are put on hold by committees that do not decide in the same timeframe as I would.

Yes, from time to time, I am reminded that only God is in control. And as frustrating as that can be, I wouldn’t want it any other way.

With God in the driver’s seat, I can be free of worry from things I cannot control. I can trust a greater plan than my limited perspective can design. I can rest in peace knowing that “God’s got this.” He goes behind and before me.

“As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore.” (Psalm 125:2) Surround us, Lord! Take the driver’s seat! And thanks for the promise-filled reminder that YOU are in control.