The Reason for the Blog Title

Why “The Drive”?

The other day I was hanging out with my friends Stephanie and Holly. We got on the topic of God, which is easy for us to do. All three of us agreed that it was during long drives that we have had some of our closest experiences with God. We talked about why this was so—the alone time, worship music, and—in West Virginia—the beautiful scenery.

My husband loves the outdoors. His reason for this is the closeness he feels to God when he is all alone looking at things only He created. For me, driving is the same. What better way to escape the everyday mundane and chaos? In my car, I can retreat to my sacred place—all by myself with great music, greenery, trees, nice smells (when the windows are down), and wildlife.

I don’t mind the two-hour drive home to see my parents. I don’t mind the 40-minute drive to North Marion where I usually substitute teach. It’s during these drives when God becomes so real to me. I reflect on everything, and God teaches me a lot. Much of my reflection, thought, and learning occur while I’m driving as well as in my quiet times in the morning. Therefore, I’ve included “The Drive” in my blog title—to remind me of my sanctuary on wheels.