running on empty

"'Because he loves Me,' says the LORD, 'I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges My name.  He will call upon Me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him.'" Psalm 91:14-15

Whether it was from fear in my heart or lack of fuel in my tank, my ride felt choppy and bubbly.  My car's dashboard beeping and flashing "3 miles to empty", played a major role in my sweaty anxiety.  I had never relied on the tank accuracy to that level before. Could i trust it to be right, or was i going to find myself on the side of the road waiting and waving a white flag?  

My car hasn't been the only thing running on fumes lately... so am i.  With only 5 days of school left and so much closure to handle, the accuracy of my work is waffling more than usual. By 846am, i am already worn out and the day has just begun.  So, i try focusing just on the hour at hand and the immediate needs.  Then i move on to the next hour.  Slowly but surely i make it the end with some hiccups and a sigh of relief.

There is one major difference when comparing the type of trust i have with low fuel levels between my car and me.   Unlike my car's fancy technology, i know Who i can trust and rely on for refueling and refreshment without hesitation or worry.  And even if i get caught completely drained and hung out to dry, all i have to do is call out to Him, and He will answer... and that's a guarantee, every time.  

Counting the minutes?  Yes, i am.  Thanking my God?  Absolutely!

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live, love and do like we believe it,

veneal