One of the first times I ever heard the Holy Spirit’s voice was in my car. I had just moved to Fort Mill, SC. I had no friends. I was angry and lonely, trying to figure out what I was doing in life, when I heard a soft whisper on the way home one day. I instantly felt safe and joy rushed over my body. Some of the questions I had been dealing with had just been answered directly and exactly when I needed them. This was the place where my prayer life began 𑁋 my car. My car felt safe. It’s where I spent the most time working, moving or passing time on the weekends. It became the battleground for my prayer life. Longer commutes were a new rhythm for me when I moved to a big city. So, I started using that time to speak to God. I would talk about everything. What I wanted for dinner, who I started making friends with, what I was dreaming about. I felt His presence right next to me. Just the other day, I had a horrible morning. I really wanted to climb back into bed, but I didn’t have that option. So, I got in my car, cried, and then started driving to work. I felt led to play a banger of a song (“Don’t Kill My Vibe” by Sigrid, if you were curious). And, Jesus was dancing and screaming the song with me! He made me laugh like I never had experienced Him before. He wants to sing with me in the car on the bad days. He wants to hear all of my feelings. He cares. I am seen by the Father. I am so thankful for my bright green Kia Soul. It not only holds so many memories from the last seven years of driving that car, but it’s where I heard the Holy Spirit and my prayer life started. I have shed so many tears behind that steering wheel. I’ve spent so much time singing, dancing, ranting about breakups, celebrating and discovering a physical representation of God’s faithfulness. I challenge you to ask the Father this big question: “Father, where in my day-to-day can I invite you in?” This blog was written by Charlotte area artist (@lejpaint.co), photographer, and all around creative, Jayci Livingston. For the past several years, Jayci has served on staff at Forest Hill Church in their creative department. Most recently, she attended and loved The 18-Inch Journey. When she's not painting, Jayci can be found adventuring, long boarding, or ducking into her favorite local coffee shops with friends. Find and follow Jayci on instagram at (@jaycilivingston).
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Becky Livingston
3/16/2022 09:35:12 am
My precious Jayci......thank you for sending this to me and for writing it out for all to read and be blessed and transformed in their walk with the Lord Jesus. There is no other Faithful Friend like our Savior. I can relate to you so much through you sharing this blog and it builds me up in Jesus Christ and brings Glory to His Name! There is no other "feeling" in this world that can even compare! He loves us so much and is truly jealous of our time wanting us to spend time with Him. Thank you for bringing this Truth to Life in your blog! As your Grammy, there is no greater joy than to hear that my children and grandchildren are walking in the truth. I love you and praise God for your walk with Him!
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