Be Still and Know That I Am God

Be Still And Know That I Am God

Be Still and Know That I AM

Be Still and Know

Be Still

Be


I have heard and uttered those words so many times over the last four years. They have become something of a mantra during my time at Saint Bonaventure, as it is often what we say at the beginning of prayer services and quiet meditations on retreats. It's only fitting, then, that this is the verse for today's daily devotional: Psalm 46:10. I spent this past weekend at my alma mater, re-living the glory days and spending some much needed catch-up time with friends. It was a blessing to be there and to enjoy the simple pleasures of laughter, wine, and dancing. It was medicine for my soul: exactly what I needed during this busy time in my life.

I think that we have a very difficult time being still. Our modern society is constantly plagued with noise: from music to television to the internet to even daily conversation. While none of these aspects of life are negative, they can lead to a feeling of being drained, exhausted, and depleted. We, as humans, long for peace and quiet. As much as we love the laughter, the dancing, and the companionship of old friends, we also seek solitude, reverence, and silence. It is in the silence where God dwells very strongly, and it is in the silence where we can hear the yearnings of our own hearts.

My Lenten promise was to spend more time in prayerful silence. I'm doing a year of ministry, and you would think that I am constantly surrounded by the workings of the Spirit...and I am. But I find myself yearning for some inner quiet and I'll be the first to admit that my prayer life isn't what it should be. So far, I have been failing miserably with the intentional silence. But every day is a new chance to do this, and I am committed to at least trying it.

"It is through spending time with Me that you realize how wide and long and high and deep is My love for you.

Live in God's presence. Peace.