Toyota recently invested another $50 million in cooperation with the Stanford and MIT robotics departments to create a car that virtually cannot get into an accident. It speeds up, slows down or re-directs in response to potential events. However, recent polls show Americans are leery of a car making decisions for them; most say they would not remove their hands from the wheel if directed to do so.

I entrust to you, Timothy…that by them you may wage the good warfare.

I Timothy 1:18

In the letter Paul wrote to his young apprentice Timothy, he tells him to hold on to his reputation by keeping his life free from evil so people will listen to his message. Paul describes the same issues that shipwreck people today. Lying, immoral sexual habits, anger, chasing money, and following false teachers was as spiritually hazardous then as it is today. Paul tells Timothy the only way to avoid a spiritual crash and burn is to let Christ guide your conduct.

Pray for your fellow believers in America to conduct lives above reproach. Ask God to assist you in the decisions you make every day – especially today. Remove your hands from the wheel so many will see God’s redemption and power in your life.

Recommended Reading: Luke 1:68-79