I have been practicing the art of Being Still and knowing He is God.
As I researched the Hebrew meaning of Being Still, it felt as if I had just discovered a gold mine. It is pronounced Rapha, like Jehovah Rapha, and it means to relax, sink down, let your arms hang to their side, be quiet, rest, be feeble.
As you can see by now, the words Be still are more than just sitting still and more than being silent. It is an action of rest. An action of trust. Fearless to be weak and vulnerable. Let these words sink into your being. Be Still, sink down in the most comfortable chair, rest in silence, and know beyond a shadow of a doubt He Is God!
I believe Psalm 46:10 is the beginning of understanding God is in control of all we bring to Him. Have you ever wept before God because your heart was full of questions you didn’t even know how to ask? As I pray for my boys in the service, this scripture continues to resonate within me.
Intercession is the place when words cannot articulate your heart’s desires, request or burdens, but as your spirit makes supplication, your heart can relax in His presence. You rest in the knowledge that He is God. You can then “Be still”
I am willing myself not to get my hands in the way of the great concerns that lay heavy on my heart or the giant request I have laid before my King; I bring to the throne, My family and their protection, direction in ministry and writing, and the nations my husband and I are called to. These are my hearts cry that many times word fall short to convey. So Being Still on just knowing He IS God and He IS in control can fill a morning of wordless prayers.
I have been invited to Ethiopia and my old nature would be doing all I could to make it happen, but with the help of God and my amazing husband I am waiting. Waiting for a definite yes to resonate, waiting for direction with finances. Seeking, asking, knocking and then...waiting. For His perfect will in my life. His perfect plan for my life, the right people in my life. Its not easy that’s for sure.
I am a horrible cookie maker because of 2 reasons. 1. I get bored waiting and start a new project and forget about the cookies in the oven. And for those people thinking "but what about a timer?" Yeah, I usually forget to set it. Reason number 2. I will tend to OCD and bake way more than we need, eat way more than I should and at the end of the day vow never to make cookies again.
I share this self portrait for a reason. Waiting for something I want can, either get me anxious or busy but rarely restful and still.
Can I encourage you today. Matthew 7:7 in the amplified reads Keep on asking and it will be given you; [b] keep on seeking and you will find; [c] keep on knocking [reverently] and [the door] will be opened to you.
Each step comes with the beauty of balance in perseverance and patience. Ask, keep on asking, then wait for the answer. Seek, keep on seeking then wait for what you are desiring. Knock and keep on knocking then wait reverently for the right doors to open. As we take these action we must also obey Psalm 46:10 and Be still, relax, know, understand and believe HE is God.
James 1:3 in the amplified sums up all I am thinking of today as I press towards the mark and act in faith, I also act in patience
Be assured and understand that the trial and proving of your faith bring out endurance and steadfastness and patience.
