Signs by the Road

Most of the driving I do is on the highway.

Recently, two more highway alert signs have been put up along my commute.

These signs provide several important services.

On days when there are no traffic problems to speak of, they provide information as a public service.

As the holidays approach one such message warns drivers about the dangers of drinking and driving.

A warning those attending parties should take to heart.

When work on the highway is scheduled, these signs inform drivers of the dates and times such work is to take place and that delays can be expected.

This allows drivers the opportunity to leave earlier than normal or perhaps plan an alternate route.

When accidents occur, these signs warn of lane closures and instruct drivers to merge either left or right depending on the situation.

This not only assists in traffic flow, it also helps keep emergency workers safe.

It is evident that these signs are an excellent means of getting information to drivers in order to make their commutes safer.

Sometimes, these signs broadcast messages seeking the public’s involvement when individuals are missing.

When a child is missing an "Amber Alert" is issued and these signs provide drivers with descriptions of the child and other useful information such as the color, make and model of the vehicle in which they still may be traveling.

When a senior citizen goes missing, a "Silver Alert" message is broadcast via these signs with similar information posted.

In such cases, these signs are an excellent means of getting the public involved in the search.

This can greatly assist law enforcement by providing them with extra eyes on major roadways.

These signs are an excellent use of technology.

Wouldn’t it be great if we had something at our disposal like these alert signs to help us out in other parts of our busy lives.

As a matter of fact, we do have something at hand that provides us with information, assistance and much more.

Scripture.

When things appear to be going well for us, scripture is useful for reflection.

When life gets hectic and seems to get out of hand, scripture can help us focus.

When we find ourselves straying from the one true path, scripture helps us return to the straight and narrow way.

When those we know and love are spiritually lost, scripture can help us reach out to them and lead them to Jesus.

Hebrews 4:12 (NET) - The word of God is living and active and sharper than any double-edged sword, piercing even to the point of dividing soul from spirit, and joints from marrow; it is able to judge the desires and thoughts of the heart.

2 Timothy 3:16 (NET) - Every scripture is inspired by God and useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.

Scripture is always there for us.

It is available in a book we probably have on our shelves right now..

It can be found in hotel room night stands.

It is available on line.

It is even available for the mobile devices we carry with us everywhere anyway.

Its availability is practically unlimited.

This is a marvelous provision from God!

Make the most of it.


Blessings,
Jim Pokorny
The Other Brother Jim
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