Road Rage

I am extremely guilty of that thing called road rage. I might use excuses such as "people are idiots and don't know how to drive" "that guy was riding my bumper when I was already going 10 over the speed limit" "unsafe drivers should not be allowed on the road." etc.
While driving back to Abilene after being home last weekend I encountered many crazy people on the road who immensely frustrated me. I can't control anyone but myself. And even if people are driving dangerously, selfishly, and idiotically- I still choose how I react to that.
To be honest, I have been one to lay on my horn for multiple seconds when someone cuts me off, doesn't use their blinker & then cuts me off, or almost smashes into my car. I also am one to pump the breaks when that driver who is always in a hurry rides my bumper and isn't patient. And I even sometimes shake my head when that driver rudely passes me. Would Jesus respond in this way? Hmm...

As I said, I am only in control of me. My actions, and better yet- my driving, is reflection of myself and of the God I claim as my Savior. I have a big "not of this world" cross on my back window of my car. I am repping Christ on my automobile each time I drive it. Does my driving represent Him though? I want my actions to continually be reflective of His love and of who He is. Even when people frustrate me on the road- I still want to drive in a way that supports that bumper sticker that is on my car for all to see.

Not just in driving, but in everything I do- and everywhere I go- I represent Jesus (whether it be positively or negatively). I'd like to positively display HIm through my actions, and be a reflection of His love & character at ALL times.

Food for though!

Peace & Love y'all! <3