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STAY IN YA LANE POTNA’ by Robert Williams

Written by Rob Williams
Wednesday, 22 August 2007
“You do yourself a disservice when you stray outside your purpose. Every effort you give will be worthless as you run yourself silly like an animal at the circus. Playing games and following the blind, choosing to be like the rest when you know you’re one of a kind. Playing weak when it’s your time to shine. Just play your part and walk the line.” -Rob Williams- Advertisements A million or so Atl-iens crammed onto a four lane highway complete with random car fires, multi-car accidents, speeding box Chevy’s, and the same songs replaying on different radio stations often leaves me in an impatient mood that causes me to have limited patience for roadway ignorance. I hate Atlanta traffic not because of the immense congestion or the lack of respect each driver has for the next, but because most people have a problem staying in their lane. They rove and explore the area inside their fellow driver’s domain without one reach for a blinker signal or slight pump on the brakes to let you know they are thinking about changing their mind. I was unfortunate enough to witness an accident on Saturday that involved a driver performing some sort of antics in his car swooping and swerving into another driver’s way only to coincidentally be hit and ultimately delayed in his attempt to go wherever he was going. And why? Simply because he did not stay in his lane. The negatives greatly outweigh the positives when we talk about the consequences associated with straying outside one’s lane. We often can miss out on our purpose, whether for personal or other’s gain, as we drift from what we were called to do. A solid example of this principle comes from a childhood story that was constantly impressed upon me for the many life lessons it contains. It is the story of David and Goliath and comes from 1 Samuel 17:38…….,” Then Saul clothed David with his armor; he put a bronze helmet on his head and clothed him with a coat of mail. And David girded his sword over his armor, Then he tried to go, but could not, for he was not used to it. And David said to Saul, I cannot go with these, for I am not used to them. And David took them off. Then he took his staff in his hand and chose five smooth stones out of the brook and put them in his shepherd’s bag, in his pouch, and his sling was in his hand and he drew near the Philistine. David put his hand into his bag and took out a stone and slung it, and it, struck the Philistine, sinking into his forehead, and he fell on his face to the earth. So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and struck down the Philistine and slew him. But no sword was in David’s hand.” David realized he was not nearly as effective when he strayed outside of his lane. He was a shepherd, not a sword and armor toting warrior. He had simply been blessed with a purpose that involved him defeating an enemy that an entire army had been struggling to crush. This brief biblical story shows us the power associated with not only knowing, but sticking to what you were called to do. Had David chosen to fight with Saul’s armor, he would have probably been killed and his purpose would never have been brought to fruition. But because he knew who he was and what he was capable of doing, this boy armed with only stones and a sling was able to defeat a giant. How powerful. Can we not apply this same lesson to our own individual lives? How many giants will we face and resort to using Dr. Phil’s, Oprah’s or Montel Williams’ methodology to solve the problem instead of turning inward and relying on what we feel and what we know our purpose is. Advertisements The interstate that was made reference to represents life and the lane that we keep talking about represents purpose. Had the gentleman that I witnessed wreck his car on the Interstate this weekend stayed in his lane, he would have made it to his desired destination a lot faster and without a shattered vehicle and an increase in his insurance awaiting. On the other hand, if David had strayed outside his lane, he would have died at the hands of Goliath and would not have gone on to accomplish the things he was called to. It pays to fulfill your purpose. Looking to the left or the right and listening to others that try and persuade you to do otherwise, will almost always lead to your demise. Do the right thing and STAY IN YOUR LANE!! Comments (12) ... written by Unc G , August 22, 2007 Good Stuff.... You are truly a man of action, outspoken and a proponent of the vigorous life. Nothing is an obstacle to you. I leave you with this...You are more than a conquerer....you are a Champion and Champions don't become champions in the ring they are merely recognized there! Love you Nephew, Unc G ... written by J'Rod , August 22, 2007 There's nothing like words that come straight from the heart. The story of David in preparation for Goliath is very relevant to your message. I agree, too often, we look for external factors to determine what direction we should be headed in, when the answers often lie within us. Your interstate example is on point, especially for some of us young men and women who live too fast for the wrong things sometimes. Thats what it is Rob, do you! When you wake up, it starts with you, when you lay it down, it ends with you. ... written by Moni , August 22, 2007 No truer words have been spoken! ... written by akepps25 , August 22, 2007 Rob you amaze me every time I read another blog. What a great example to get your point across. I agree with what you're saying. I know a couple people that strayed from things that they could have been great at in life and it's a sad to see them try and pick back up the pieces to get back on track. Keep blogging...you are writing great pieces that everyone should read. :) ... written by Ericka McCracken , August 22, 2007 Good analogy Rob!! ... written by "Frank Abagnale" , August 22, 2007 I agree Parkay, "Do you!" There's too much pressure nowadays to be a certain way, work a certain job, or live a certain lifestyle. As you put it in you message, live within your means and capabilities, and, most importantly, do what makes you happy. ... written by Krystal Mise , August 22, 2007 Robert Williams Jr., I have told you a million times and I will tell you again that God has something incredible stored up for you and the impact that you are going to make on so many in your lifetime. Success is doing what gives your life purpose and flowing where God created us to flow. See, every single one of us have the seeds of GREATNESS down on the inside of us, but it's walking in obdience or staying in our lane that draws those seeds out. I'm proud of the transformation I'm seeing take place with you and as long as you stay in your lane, God will manifest the miraculous things He has for you! ... written by LaVonne Walker , August 22, 2007 Well Mr. Williams I haven't seen or heard from you in years and this is the way I run across you! It's great to know that you're using your words to please God. The only comment I have regarding your blog is AMEN brother GREAT analogy! I didn't know you could get so deep with writing. God's blessed you with a talent so shine on and be blessed! ... written by Wordsmith , August 22, 2007 I remember at one point you thought preaching might be your calling. Well with "sermons" like this, you would do quite alright for yourself. Keep it up. ... written by JaSae , August 23, 2007 Very well put. You honestly suprised me. Im proud of you! ... written by EscapeArtist , August 24, 2007 Too true Cuzo.. Too often, peoplr try to walk through doors that God has locked and dead-bolted for a reason.. but some of us, being as stubborn as we all can be, have to have things our own way. Some of us just have to learn to roll with the opportunities and blessings that are being laid before us, instead of going against the proverbial grain. Well said, Light One. ... written by Charlie Saxon , August 26, 2007 Ur one of those profound brothers worthy of the title of THOROUGHBRED. Good look. Write comment Name Email Website Comment Copyright 2007. All Rights Reserved.
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