One of God’s sweetest invitations to us is to “be still, and know that I am God…”. To relax and let go, cease striving, and allow God to lead the way IS the way of divine “rest” that God has prepared for us, the “people of God” (Hebrews 3:6-4:11).

You may already know that this invitation to “rest” comes in the context of turmoil and upset. “God is our refuge and strength”, says Psalm 46:1, “a very present help in time of trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though it’s waters roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake at its dwelling”. Wow! No matter how tumultuous are your circumstances today, they probably are not so dramatic as mentioned here. So… relax, cease thrashing about, and set your attention to go deeper with God!

What you may not know about this invitation …be still and know… is that this is not the end of the sentence! It goes on to say,” I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in all the earth”! The exaltation of God amongst the nations is NOT dependent upon my striving. In fact, perhaps my “being still”… trusting in Him, abiding in His love….is the greatest contribution I can make today, to His  in all the earth! “My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from Him.. Trust in Him at all times…God is a refuge for us”(psalm 62:5,8)

Blessings