Daily Devotion - Thursday, October 8

Lesson from a Ladybug

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow,
for tomorrow will worry about itself.”
--Jesus (as remembered by Matthew 6:34)

Amazing, absolutely amazing! This simple sentence expresses the feeling I had throughout my drive to work one morning several years ago. Here is a remarkable story that I’ll call “A Lady Bug and A Commute.”

While backing the car out of the driveway, a ladybug landed in the middle of the windshield. As the car started forward, the ladybug quit walking and stayed very still. Each time the car stopped for a traffic light the ladybug would continue its trek across the driver’s side of the windshield. The commute took us onto the interstate, still the ladybug held on. After several miles with cars and trucks passing on either side, “we” exited onto Route 36. My traveling companion stayed with me until she flew away on her terms while we were stopped at a traffic light.

The thought I’m dwelling on: “If that little ladybug was protected until it was time to fly, won’t I be protected until it is time to fly?” The answer may vary depending on the situation, but I think I’ve got enough clarity for now.

--Ben Keckler
10.08.09