{"id":387,"date":"2012-02-01T13:14:00","date_gmt":"2012-02-01T13:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fullmeasureofjoy.com\/?p=387"},"modified":"2012-02-01T13:14:00","modified_gmt":"2012-02-01T13:14:00","slug":"do-not-speed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fullmeasureofjoy.com\/?p=387","title":{"rendered":"Do Not Speed"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Last February, I visited Daytona Beach for two weeks. What a trip! I was able to spend time with my mom and my two great aunts, attend several races at the Daytona International Speedway, and take daily walks on the beach. From my great aunt\u2019s home, it was about four blocks to the Atlantic Ocean, so each day I would set out to walk the blocks that separated me from the ocean and stroll down the beach a while, then head back to the comfort of my family.<\/span><\/div>\n
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On one of these excursions, I passed a motorcycle that had a sign across the wind shield in large letters and in plain sight of the driver, \u201cDO NOT SPEED.\u201d Apparently, the driver of this cycle needed reminding that speeding was not a good idea.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Most highway systems these days have large electronic signs where important messages can be displayed for all drivers to see. Colorado is no different and I pass several signs each day in my travels.\u00a0 My favorite message of late states, \u201c75 means 75. Violators will be ticketed.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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Now I typically drive faster than I should. Driving 5 to 10 miles over the speed limit is not unusual for me. I have, however, found that in our community, police officers don\u2019t appreciate even that. To keep myself in check, I use my cruise control around town. I have no desire to receive my first speeding ticket in the Tri-Towns area.<\/span><\/div>\n
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On occasion, we all need to be reminded that we should or shouldn\u2019t do something, whether it\u2019s gossiping, lying, swearing, being kind to others, sharing the Gospel with our neighbor, or speeding. So God could say, \u201cdo not lie means<\/b> do not lie.\u201d<\/i> Or \u201clove your neighbor as yourself means<\/b> love your neighbor as yourself.\u201d<\/i>\u00a0\u00a0And even \u201cdo not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God means<\/b>do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.\u201d <\/i>Has the \u201cah ha\u201d moment hit yet?<\/span><\/div>\n
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What about the times we take \u201csigns\u201d for granted? We see them each day and perhaps become used to them. They are just part of the scenery and then we ignore them. We go back to our old way of life and don\u2019t take to heart the message. I think in those times, we need to remember to once again look at the signs and really see what they or God is saying. Ask God to enlighten the eyes of our hearts and bring us back to the message He has for us.<\/span><\/div>\n
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As for the cruise control, I think we can compare that to the Holy Spirit within us. He is there to keep us on track. To <\/span>intercede, search our hearts, teach, fill us, and remind us of all things we\u2019ve learned throughout our lives. Without His presence, we would surely fall into difficulties.<\/span><\/div>\n
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God\u2019s Word continues to give us these reminders, but unless we are in His Word on a regular basis, we might miss some of them. Don\u2019t ever think that God doesn\u2019t have something to say to you. Be open to His subtle hints and be aware of His blunt reminders.<\/span><\/div>\n
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To be honest, that \u201c75 means 75\u201d sign has made an impact on my life. I now find myself traveling I-25 at 75 miles an hour more times than not. I still use my cruise control around my community. And part of this slowing down in my driving has helped me to slow down in all areas of my life. I now have more quality time and opportunity to spend with friends, family and most of all God. I pray these same things for you. May God bless you today in your travels and in your relationships.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Grace and peace be yours in abundance,<\/span><\/div>\n
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Donna<\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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