A teenage girl was about to cross from the other side of the street to catch the bus I was in. Her father (I presume), who was driving the other way, honked his horn. The girl stepped back on the sidewalk, suddenly realizing that the traffic light was green and cars were speeding by. She just wanted to catch her ride and wasn’t mindful of the danger she put herself in.
Acting on impulse can often be disastrous. It can create blinders that prevent you from seeing everything else around you. How many times have I reacted wildly to events without thinking, or decided based on my emotions at the moment?
The age-old instruction to stop, look and listen before proceeding really makes a lot of sense. In spiritual terms, I call these steps - reflect, discern and pray. Seeking God’s guidance will never lead you astray.
Teach me wisdom and knowledge, for in your commands I trust. (Psalm 119: 66)
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