“Just Let Me Drive!”

Hi, I’m Craig Rogers, and I have a confession to make.

I’m a BLIND STUDENT DRIVER.

Yes, you read that right. I’m blind—and I insisted on driving. Not just once. I drove blind every day. For years. Decades. And not just around the block. I took road trips. Interstate highways. Mountain passes. Downtown rush hour. Around the world several times. ALL BLIND.

Blind.

And oh, the crashes. The spiritual pileups. The emotional traffic jams. The people I hurt. The off-ramps I took straight into brick walls. I had no license, no vision, no Instructor, and zero business holding the wheel—but did that stop me? Absolutely not.

I had self-ambition and plenty of it. Where self-ambition failed, I used self-sufficiency and self-confidence. Self-confidence, what a joke. You know, the worst kind. These are not traits that mix well with BLIND STUDENT DRIVERS.

At first, I told myself, “Craig, you’ve got instincts. You’ve got a feel for this.” Turns out, “a feel for this” just meant driving full-speed into every curb, mailbox, and metaphorical soul I could crash into. I lived off adrenaline, overcorrected turns, and spiritual whiplash. I tried to memorize road signs by Braille. I asked Siri to read me the GPS while I was already airborne off a cliff.

I called it “faith.” But really, I was just recklessly blind.

Eventually, after wrecking the 74 millionth vehicle (give or take a few million), I pulled over. Or more accurately, I was towed from a ditch… again. And it was there, flat-tired and smoking, that I cried out:

“JESUS, I NEED A DRIVING INSTRUCTOR!”

And wouldn’t you know it—Jesus was already standing there. Calm. Smiling. Holding the keys. Wearing a seatbelt.

LONEliness or ONEliness?

A profoundly important question stands before each of us today, echoing from the very Throne Room of Grace: Do we desire LONEliness or ONEliness?

Hebrews 4:16 "Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need."

We all encounter loneliness. It is universal, transcending age, culture, status, and belief. Yet, as those born-again by the precious blood of Jesus Christ, loneliness bears a radically different purpose for us. When loneliness arrives uninvited, trespassing into our souls, we have a choice.

Ecclesiastes 1:14 "I have seen all the works which have been done under the sun, and behold, all is vanity and striving after wind."

We can either let it isolate and devastate us, driving us toward temporary worldly comforts like food, sex, drugs, power, or money—each a deceitful remedy, leaving us emptier than before. Or we can allow loneliness to fulfill its divine design, guiding us straight into the open arms of our living Savior, King Jesus, our Messiah, the Christ.

1 John 2:16-17 "For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world. The world is passing away, and also its lusts; but the one who does the will of God lives forever."

LONEliness without Jesus inevitably brings despair, and despair never travels alone. It always introduces its dark companion, depression, leaving behind wounds difficult to heal. But for us who have met King Jesus, loneliness does not get the final word. Instead, it becomes a holy alarm—a powerful invitation to ONEliness: a sacred intimacy with Jesus, the very lover of our souls.

Psalm 42:11 "Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why have you become disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him, The help of my countenance and my God."

As believers IN CHRIST, we are never truly alone. When loneliness knocks, it reminds us powerfully that we were never meant to live apart from the One who formed us. Loneliness, then, becomes our greatest ally—ushering us directly into deeper communion with Jesus, into the ONEliness that satisfies the deepest longings of our heart.

Psalm 22:1 "My God, my God, why have You forsaken me? Far from my deliverance are the words of my groaning."

Jesus Himself experienced the ultimate loneliness on the cross, crying out, “My God, my God, why have You forsaken Me?” so that we might never again have to face loneliness apart from His presence. In Him, we find fellowship, belonging, and eternal comfort.

John 16:32-33 "Behold, an hour is coming, and has already come, for you to be scattered, each to his own home, and to leave Me alone; and yet I am not alone, because the Father is with Me. These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world."

Therefore, this is our moment of decision. Will we choose temporary relief, leading to lasting pain, or embrace eternal companionship IN CHRIST, the true fulfillment of our soul’s deepest need?

Romans 5:12 "Therefore, just as through one man sin entered into the world, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men, because all sinned."

In the extraordinary adventure laid out before us in THE GO LO PLAYBOOK (Part 1 and Part 2) and deeply expounded upon in Come Meet King Jesus and THE Grace Awakening, we will discover HIS profound truth that transforms all forms of loneliness into divine intimacy.

Together, let's step into ONEliness—ONE with Jesus. Loneliness ends where ONEliness begins. Here, and only here, in union with Christ, we become who we were truly created to be: beloved children, citizens of Heaven, Ambassadors of the Kingdom, pioneers of His divine Legacy.

John 15:4 "Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself unless it abides in the vine, so neither can you unless you abide in Me."

Let us boldly embrace ONEliness and forever leave loneliness behind. With overwhelming hope and love,

Jeremiah 29:13 "You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart."

Consider deeply, beloved, the powerful imagery of the two Adams—the first and the second. Adam, the first man, was created by God, a being of flesh, fully human.

John 14:6 "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.'"

Yet Adam fell from Grace, driven by the deceptive promises of self-sufficiency, self-ambition, self-promotion, self-protection, and self-confidence, ultimately leading to death and spiritual loneliness.

Romans 6:23 "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."

This Adamic nature continuously pushes humanity toward isolation, despair, and inevitable disappointment and deep depression.

1 Corinthians 15:45-47 "So also it is written, 'The first man, Adam, became a living soul.' The last Adam became a life-giving spirit. However, the spiritual is not first, but the natural; then the spiritual. The first man is from the earth, earthy; the second man is from heaven."

But, behold the Second Adam—Jesus Christ—fully flesh and fully Spirit, the divine and perfect fulfillment of humanity--coming in Grace and Truth. He came to restore and redeem all that the first Adam lost.

John 1:14 "And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth."

Jesus is the New Creation, the Firstborn among many brethren, fully embodying Grace and Truth. Unlike the first Adam, Jesus did not succumb to self or any form of it; instead, He willingly endured profound loneliness through the cross to reconnect us eternally with God.

Galatians 2:20 "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me."

Jesus, as the Second Adam, awaits His Bride, the Gentile Church—His Eve—ready to establish everlasting ONEliness. This divine union is our greatest hope, the profound answer to all human loneliness.

Revelation 19:7 "Let us rejoice and be glad and give the glory to Him, for the marriage of the Lamb has come and His bride has made herself ready."

Jesus' invitation is clear: leave behind the loneliness rooted in the first Adam, the isolation inherent in worldly pursuits, and enter into the everlasting communion found in Jesus, the Second Adam.

Philippians 3:20 "For our citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ."

Therefore, as we navigate loneliness, the crucial question remains: Will we continue in Adam, isolated in the flesh and the world, or will we embrace the ONEliness available only IN CHRIST?

Ephesians 5:25-27 "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself up for her, so that He might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, that He might present to Himself the church in all her glory."

This choice defines our journey, our purpose, and our destiny. Choose wisely, beloved. Choose ONEliness in Jesus, the true and eternal fulfillment of every longing heart.

Romans 8:38-39 "For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

Loneliness as a Call to Intimacy with God

Psalm 25:16 "Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted."

In Psalm 25:16, loneliness is depicted as a profound cry of the human heart, prompting us to seek God's mercy and grace. Loneliness here becomes not merely a negative emotional state but a divine call to intimacy.

When we feel alone and afflicted, our souls instinctively turn toward our Creator. This verse beautifully confirms my hypothesis: loneliness is not accidental or purely negative; rather, it is an inner spiritual compass guiding us to God Himself, urging us to plead for His grace and comfort.

Divine Provision for the Lonely

Psalm 68:6 "God makes a home for the lonely; He leads out the prisoners into prosperity, Only the rebellious dwell in a parched land."

Here, loneliness is presented not merely as an emotional state but a condition met specifically by God's supernatural provision. The metaphor of a "home" illustrates a relational and spiritual reality. God provides fellowship, acceptance, and restoration specifically tailored for those who acknowledge their loneliness and seek Him.

The implication is clear: God intentionally permits loneliness to highlight His unique capacity to meet our relational and spiritual needs—demonstrating His power to transform isolation into profound belonging through Christ alone by Grace alone.

Loneliness as an Unmet Spiritual Need

Genesis 2:18 "Then the LORD God said, 'It is not good for the man to be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him.'"

Genesis frames loneliness as fundamentally unnatural—yet profoundly purposeful. This passage suggests humans were inherently designed for community and companionship. However, at a deeper spiritual level, it points to our ultimate need for communion with God.

Though God provided Adam with human companionship, that initial relational void foreshadowed humanity’s deeper loneliness—our spiritual separation from God. It prophetically underscores our need for restoration through Christ, emphasizing that no human relationship can substitute our relationship with the divine.

Christ's Solitude as Model and Comfort

Matthew 14:23 "After He had sent the crowds away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray; and when it was evening, He was there alone."

Jesus’ intentional solitude teaches that loneliness, when willingly embraced, becomes sacred ground for communion with the Father. Jesus modeled purposeful solitude not as abandonment, but as a place of spiritual empowerment and intimacy. For Christians, loneliness mirrors Jesus's solitude, becoming an invitation to deep spiritual engagement with God through prayer and reflection. Thus, loneliness transforms from something we fear into a sacred spiritual practice, the secret place modeled by Jesus Himself.

Forsaken, Yet Not Forgotten

Psalm 22:1 "My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?"

These haunting words, echoed later by Jesus on the cross (Matthew 27:46), represent the deepest experience of spiritual loneliness. Feeling forsaken by God is perhaps humanity’s most painful emotional and spiritual state. Yet, Christ's experience of abandonment on the cross transforms our understanding of loneliness.

Through His loneliness, we receive assurance that our isolation is never truly ultimate; Jesus has already endured it on our behalf. His loneliness redeems ours, offering divine companionship even when we feel utterly forsaken. SHOUT AMEN! Thank you, Jesus!

God’s Promise of Constant Companionship

Hebrews 13:5 "Make sure that your character is free from the love of money, being content with what you have; for He Himself has said, 'I will never desert you, nor will I ever abandon you.'"

God’s promise of continual companionship is an explicit antidote to loneliness. This verse emphasizes divine fidelity. It reminds us that true comfort and companionship cannot be found in material security, but only in God’s unwavering presence.

Here, loneliness is indirectly addressed as something money cannot solve, reinforcing my premise that only God’s eternal companionship truly satisfies.

Comfort and Healing in God's Presence

2 Corinthians 1:3-4 "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God."

In times of profound loneliness and affliction, comfort emanates from God’s character and nature. This scripture firmly aligns with my hypothesis that loneliness directs us to God's throne, where He personally provides comfort through His Spirit–Grace working through love.

Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."

Christians, uniquely positioned IN CHRIST, find supernatural relief and consolation from loneliness through direct communion with God’s comfort, making loneliness a channel of divine grace.

Presence as Fulfillment of Joy

Psalm 16:11 "In Your presence is fullness of joy…"

This passage profoundly validates my premise that loneliness highlights our intrinsic desire for God's presence. Loneliness becomes beneficial by continuously reminding us of the spiritual joy available only in God's immediate presence. Theologically, the passage suggests that joy is not the absence of loneliness, but the fulfillment found in God Himself. Thank God for loneliness.

Fellowship and Communion as Cure

1 John 1:3 "What we have seen and heard we proclaim to you also, so that you too may have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father, and with His Son Jesus Christ."

Fellowship with God and believers is biblically presented as the ultimate cure for loneliness. This fellowship is not superficial—it is supernatural. True fellowship with Christ transforms loneliness from painful isolation into meaningful communion, empowering believers to extend this transformative fellowship to others. This is the absolute goodness of God.

Jesus’ Friendship and Sacrifice

John 15:13 "Greater love has no one than this, that a person will lay down his life for his friends."

Jesus’ sacrifice demonstrates the greatest love and ultimate remedy for loneliness. Through Jesus’ sacrificial friendship, loneliness ceases to be a state of emotional despair and instead becomes a revelation of Jesus’ unparalleled devotion. Loneliness thus teaches believers about true friendship, self-sacrifice, and divine love.

“The Driving Instructor Can See.”

Now listen—Jesus didn’t just jump in the car with me and hand me a GPS. Oh no. He owns the driving school, the road, the car, the sky above, the laws of physics and the Department of Motor Vehicles. He literally created the road I’ve been crashing on. He wrote the test, paid the price for my insurance, and rebuilt the totaled car Himself.

So now, here I am. Still blind. Still in the driver’s seat. But with Jesus in the passenger seat, giving clear instructions.

And I mean clear. This is not a casual, “Take a left when you feel led” kind of Instructor. Jesus says things like:

“Craig, do not accelerate through that emotional roundabout again.”
“Craig, you’ve already hit that wall three times. Let’s not make it four.”
“Craig, I said turn left. That doesn’t mean swerve into oncoming traffic.”
“Craig, you don’t need to drive faster. You need to listen deeper.”

And sometimes, He doesn’t say anything. He just waits. Silently. Lovingly. Watching me gently veer toward disaster. And when I whisper, “Jesus, I can’t see—where are we going?” He says…

“We’re going to the Father.”

That’s when it hits me.

I’ve been trying to get somewhere my whole life, without realizing I was designed to drive with Someone. My blindness is not my disqualification—it’s my greatest gift. Because now I have to listen. I have to surrender. I have to trust the One who sees everything.

And guess what? Jesus has never missed a turn.

Holy Spirit: The Ultimate Comforter

John 14:26-27 "But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you. Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful."

The Holy Spirit’s role as Comforter redefines loneliness. Christians experiencing loneliness discover a divine Helper already residing within, actively comforting, teaching, and empowering them. Loneliness prompts believers to rely on the indwelling Spirit, making it a powerful catalyst for spiritual maturity.

Psalm 34:17-18 "The righteous cry, and the LORD hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

My hypothesis is strongly supported by Scripture: loneliness is indeed universal and divinely permitted. It acts as a powerful spiritual catalyst, consistently redirecting human hearts to seek ultimate fulfillment in God alone, through Jesus Christ, by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Isaiah 40:1 "'Comfort, O comfort My people,' says your God."

Loneliness, therefore, is not merely an emotional affliction, but a divine signpost. It points us unerringly to the Throne of Grace, where all true comfort, identity, belonging, and joy are supernaturally provided.

John 14:13-14 "Whatever you ask in My name, that will I do, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask Me anything in My name, I will do it."

For believers—especially those navigating religious confusion like those in LDS communities—loneliness becomes an essential ally. It exposes every false substitute and drives us back to Christ, our first love, in whom we find eternal companionship and the full measure of divine joy and peace.

John 15:7 "If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you."

Let’s now weave these powerful Spirit-led insights into your life story, and together let's vividly declare that KING JESUS IS IN THE HOUSE!

John 16:23-24 "In that day you will not question Me about anything. Truly, truly, I say to you, if you ask the Father for anything in My name, He will give it to you. Until now you have asked for nothing in My name; ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be made full."

Jesus Says, “I SEE YOU!”

To the LDS President and Prophets, Jesus sees your striving, your burdens heavy under expectations, your weariness hidden beneath calm appearances. He has never ceased calling your name, longing to gather you like a hen gathers her chicks.

Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Him who strengthens me."

He stands ready to lift the unbearable weight off your shoulders. Your identity was never meant to be defined by titles or performance. You are deeply loved, not for your achievements but simply because you are His. Jesus is inviting you into a rest your soul deeply craves, a rest found only in His Grace.

1 John 5:14-15 "This is the confidence which we have before Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests which we have asked from Him."

To the CEO Senior Pastor, His child, you have attempted to build an empire, yet your heart aches with loneliness amidst the crowd. Beneath the lights and little applause, Jesus sees your silent tears. He sees your desperate need for genuine fellowship, for authenticity, for true spiritual friendship. Come home to Jesus. Lay down your burdensome image. Find freedom in humble surrender. Your image, purpose, identity, and worth is found solely in being IN CHRIST.

Matthew 21:22 "And all things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive."

Single moms, how closely Jesus holds you in His heart! In your exhaustion, fears, and constant worries, He alone is your ever-present help. Your loneliness has not escaped His notice–NO WAY. He sees the late nights, the hidden tears, the silent pleas for strength. Know that you are never alone. Your courage and sacrifice reflect His heart. Know that your children are held by Him. Your future is secure in His love–always and forever.

Matthew 11:28–30 "Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."

Cowardly Elders, Jesus knows your fears intimately. You fear losing respect, authority, even your identity. But I tell you the truth: your true identity is not in your little title or approval from others. It is in Christ alone. Come out of hiding. Stand in the boldness Jesus provides. His strength is perfected in your weakness. Step out courageously, and Jesus will honor your obedience with unimaginable peace.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10 "And He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.' Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ’s sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong."

To His humbled, surrendered Mature Elders, your faithful hearts have touched His deeply. Your quiet service, often unnoticed by others, has been profoundly noticed by the King. He treasures your humility and obedience. He is your reward. Continue to rest in His presence; your influence is far greater than you can see.

Ephesians 3:20-21 "Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen."

To Jesus’ precious 15-year-old little sisters, feeling lost and overlooked, longing for belonging: you are fiercely cherished. Jesus sees your inner battles and confusion. He is calling you to an intimate friendship with Him. He is your protector, your guide, your truest companion. IN HIM, you find love and acceptance that is secure, eternal, and unconditional.

John 15:5 "I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing."

Mormon missionaries, King Jesus understands the ache of your heart. He sees your sincere efforts, your doubts, your hidden loneliness in the midst of service. Jesus has never been distant; He is closer than your breath. Turn to HIM, not in fear but in trust. Experience HIS unconditional love, which never demands performance. His Grace is your refuge, your truth, your freedom.

Romans 8:37 "But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us."

Carnal Christians, drifting and disconnected, your emptiness calls out to Me. You've tasted and seen the futility of worldly pleasures. Return to your first love, where genuine satisfaction awaits. He will never abandon you. Run into His arms; receive forgiveness, renewal, and abundant life again.

John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful."

Mormon Bishops, former Mormons, and Mormon wives and mothers, your journey has not been unseen by Jesus–NO WAY. He has heard your cries. Your brokenness, betrayal, rejection—He felt it first on your behalf. He bore your pain so you might find healing. Your loneliness was designed to draw you closer to HIM. Rest assured, restoration and healing are available to you today. Your pain has purpose, pointing you to the intimacy of His presence.

Isaiah 30:15 "For thus the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel, has said, 'In repentance and rest you will be saved, In quietness and trust is your strength.'"

To the lost, betrayed, and rejected, know this: you are HIS. Your story is still unfolding. In your loneliness, He is whispering your name, calling you home. His love is your safe haven, His Grace your covering, His presence your healing balm.

Exodus 33:14 "And He said, 'My presence shall go with you, and I will give you rest.'"

Beloved, loneliness was never meant as punishment. It was divinely allowed to drive us toward our truest love: JESUS. He eagerly awaits our return. Our place at HIS table has always been set. Our loneliness will vanish in the presence of HIS love. Here, and only here, will we discover the fullness of HIS joy, the healing of all wounds, and the restoration of our soul.

Psalm 62:1–2 "My soul waits in silence for God only; From Him is my salvation. He only is my rock and my salvation, My stronghold; I shall not be greatly shaken."

Jesus says, “Come, My precious ones. Your loneliness ends in My embrace. With everlasting love, Jesus…

“I Ride, He Drives”

So here I am, fully enrolled in Heaven’s Driving School. Still blind. Still tempted to grab the wheel. But every day I get in the car, I know this much:

Jesus can see.
Jesus is kind.
Jesus is in control.
And I’m not crashing anymore.

Sure, I’m still the student. I still need correction. But the car doesn’t smell like smoke anymore. I’m not bleeding emotionally on the side of the road. I’m riding in peace. Joy. Clarity. Even with no vision, I’m finally seeing. Because the One in the passenger seat is the Light of the World.

And some days, I even move over and let Him drive completely.

I just ride shotgun. Laughing. Singing. Resting. Fully blind. Fully safe. ONEliness at last.

So, if you’re out there driving blind—white-knuckling your way through life, crashing your soul into ditch after ditch—here’s your invitation:

Enroll in the school. Give Him the keys. Let the Driving Instructor take you home.

Because Heaven is calling. And trust me—Jesus knows the way.