Jamming

On a six hour drive, what can a person to do? Radio, audio book, quiet, window up, window down, cd, snack, or maybe even chew gum. Passing time, and passing miles is the goal. A good selection for myself when I want to release some stress is to roll the windows down and jam it out with the radio. 

Sirius XM radio was free, for the first year after I purchased my truck, then it was an annal fee. A year of wetting my appetite with uninterrupted music, I couldn't help but renew my subscription and pay for the service. There are a few stations pre-programmed on the radio in my truck. One of my most frequented stations is 'The Message'. It plays contemporary christian songs of praise and worship.

On a six hour drive back from my daughters, I was driving thru Harrison, AR. I was a little over the half way point in the trip. I was feeling a little groggy. It was a warm day in the mid 90's. The air conditioner in the truck was having a difficult time keeping it cool, with the heat and humidity. My black truck was certainly absorbing every ounce of heat from the sun, and the hot asphalt. It was north of Harrison where I rolled my windows down, hoping it would help my grogginess. Even though it was hot outside, the air blowing thru the truck was a welcome relief. Fresh air and sunshine filled the truck. With all four windows down traveling about 60-65 mph, it was refreshing.

Coming into Harrison the speed limit decreased, so I slowed the truck down. The radio had been blaring.  I decided to turn it down with the slower speed, so not to disturb other drivers.  A song came on the XM Radio that moved me. A song by Laura Dangle, called 'Trust In You', flowed thru the speakers. It was the truth of the song that made me want to share it. Putting my finger on the control button, I pumped the volume up to maximum. I was jamming! As I drove thru town, I continued jamming with the radio. As an introvert, it's not always easy to speak up in a one on one encounter. I found the song blaring thru my speakers an opportunity to share. I hope the Bose speakers penetrated the walls and windows of every car passed that day. 

Isn't it best to be jamming with Jesus? Roll your windows down, let your hair fly, and go jamming. 

Lyrics

Letting go of every single dream
I lay each one down at Your feet
Every moment of my wandering
Never changes what You see

I’ve tried to win this war I confess
My hands are weary I need Your rest
Mighty Warrior, King of the fight
No matter what I face, You’re by my side

When You don’t move the mountains I’m needing You to move
When You don’t part the waters I wish I could walk through
When You don’t give the answers as I cry out to You
I will trust, I will trust, I will trust in You!

Truth is, You know what tomorrow brings
There’s not a day ahead You have not seen
So, in all things be my life and breath
I want what You want Lord and nothing less

When You don’t move the mountains I’m needing You to move
When You don’t part the waters I wish I could walk through
When You don’t give the answers as I cry out to You
I will trust, I will trust, I will trust in You!

You are my strength and comfort
You are my steady hand
You are my firm foundation; the rock on which I stand

Your ways are always higher
Your plans are always good
There’s not a place where I’ll go, You’ve not already stood

When You don’t move the mountains I’m needing You to move
When You don’t part the waters I wish I could walk through
When You don’t give the answers as I cry out to You
I will trust, I will trust, I will trust in You!

I will trust in You!
I will trust in You!
I will trust in You!

Written by Lauren Daigle, Michael Farren, Paul Mabury • Copyright © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC