We’ve all probably experienced one at some point in our lives, whether in this country or in another–a parking lot with no lines, bumpers or marks of any kind to designate the individual parking spaces. What usually results is each driver parking wherever he wants and however he wants, which often leads to a disorderly mess. How can simple lines make that much of a difference? The lines provide a simple boundary and standard, easily discernible and equally applicable to everyone. Using them properly leads to order, efficiency and calm.
Take that analogy and apply it to two distinct cultures or families or even individuals–one that follows the Bible and one that doesn’t. You see, the Bible is like those lines on the parking lot–it provides a simple boundary and standard for living, which is easily discernible and equally applicable to everyone. When it is followed, there is order, efficiency and calm in life. When it is rejected, everyone lives (parks) wherever and however they want. Total chaos!
Look around your life, your family, your environment. Are there lines in your parking lot?