"He says, 'Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.'" Ps 46:10
The instruction to be still in Hebrew means to let go, stop striving, slacken, and let drop. It's a picture of loosening our clenched grip on the circumstances and outcome and trusting God who's sovereign over both. As the new year starts, let's consider the profound invitation embedded in Ps 46:10. In the hushed moments of quiet reflection, a sacred encounter unfolds, one where the Creator speaks in the language of silence.arts Embracing stillness is not a mere pause in the chaos but a deliberate act of entering the sanctuary of our souls, a sacred space where the noise of the world diminishes, and the voice of God resonates. Picture a tranquil lake reflecting the beauty around it; similarly, the stillness in our hearts should mirror the divine presence. "But I have calmed and quieted myself, I am like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child, I am content." Ps 131:2
The verse unfurls a thread of solace, weaving through the fabric of our existence. Amidst the hustle, we can find refuge in the quiet chambers of our being, where the Creator's voice is not drowned out by the cacophony of life but amplified in the stillness The significance lies not only in being still but in actively knowing the nature of God. It's a journey of intimate discovery, an unfolding revelation in the silence. The verse calls us to a place of recognition, an acknowledgment that in the quiet, we encounter the majesty and sovereignty of the Almighty. "Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him." Ps 62:5 becomes the melody echoing in the chambers of our being.
As we journey through the new year, let stillness be our compass, guiding us through the maze of life. In the quiet, find healing for the wounds unseen, strength for the battles unseen, and wisdom for the decisions ahead. The divine exhortation is not a demand for idleness but an embrace of a different kind of activity, an inner pilgrimage where the soul communes with its Creator. The call to find rest in God is an invitation to release the burdens that weigh on your heart. In the quiet moments, let go of the anxieties that tug at your spirit and entrust them to the One who holds the universe in His hands. Here, in the stillness, discover a rest that goes beyond the physical; it's a soul-level rejuvenation, a deep exhale in the presence of the Divine. "In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength." Isa 30:15
May this year be marked not only by the pursuit of goals and aspirations but by a commitment to the sacred discipline of stillness. In the quiet moments, discover a depth of connection that transcends words, where the Creator's presence is not just a concept but a tangible reality. Be still, for in the silence, the divine symphony of your existence finds its resonance. Moreover, as you rest in God, recognize that your hope finds its true source in Him. In a world where uncertainties loom, let this hope be an anchor for your soul. It's not a fleeting optimism dependent on circumstances but a steadfast assurance rooted in the character of God. In the stillness, nurture a hope that transcends the ebb and flow of life's challenges. "But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed." Luke 5:16
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