PRAYER BEFORE MY DRIVER'S Test

JENNIFER KNEELAND

A few months ago, I had the chance to see that experiences go smoothly when I recognize that God is deeply involved in my life. I was very nervous about taking my driver's test in order to get my license. Although I'd taken the required classes, passed the written exam, and fulfilled the requirement for the number of hours of supervised driving time, I still didn't feel confident. The morning of the day I was to take my test arrived, and I felt like a complete wreck.

My mom and I drove to the Department of Motor Vehicles in almost complete silence, and I felt more and more nervous with each passing minute. We arrived at the DMV, checked in, and went to have lunch with my dad, who worked nearby. During lunch, both my parents mentioned a few spiritual thoughts such as how the divine Mind that "makes the test helps you take the test." They also talked to me about God's love. But nothing was making a significant impact on me.

After lunch, my mom and I returned to the DMV and waited in the line of cars for my instructor to arrive. By this time, we were joking around some, and laughing together as we tried to lighten the mood. Soon, my instructor arrived, and we left on my test. Before long, I'd messed up. (Because I felt very nervous, I turned the wrong way in an intersection, and my test ended there.) I was devastated. My mom and I were able to make an appointment for me to take another test the next day.