I sit at the table today, bible open, pen in hand, thinking I’m ready to listen to how God wants to speak to me today. As I sit and ponder, I notice a heaviness in my heart. For some reason, I am less than enthusiastic today, nothing is “sticking”, my patience is thin and my attention span is close to nil. I’m even finding it difficult to sit still long enough to meditate, so I just sit at the table, looking out my front window. It is then, as I notice the majesty of the trees that line my driveway; it is then, as I glory in the beauty of the changing seasons; it is then, as my eyes begin to well up with tears, that I realize God has been speaking to me all morning. God has been telling me to SLOW DOWN – forget about the routine of your day, just BE and feel My Presence! Be still and know that I AM GOD! How grateful I am for the opportunity to be still – it brings me great comfort. There is no guilt in sitting still in the presence of the Almighty.
We know that God is everywhere and in all things. But when I am moved to tears for no apparent reason, I know that He is all the more present, super close, speaking to me! When that happens, I can imagine myself sitting beside the best friend anyone could ever ask for, enveloped in His arms as He whispers in my ear: “I love you, I am here, all will be well!”
Take some time today to be still, let go of your routine, practice listening skills. Do you feel His presence around you? How do you imagine it? What do you hear? Share your images! God bless you!
Where is that beautiful statue located?
I got the photo from a free site online – I don’t know where it’s located. I wish it were in my backyard! ☹️
I truly need to slow down. The problem is my mind is always racing with everyday problems and it doesn’t allow me to slow down. I do however hear GOD talking to me and HIS voice always tells me he is with me.
That’s the challenge my friend – to get out of the mind and actually be still without feeling guilty about it.
As someone who has spent most of my life playing “beat the clock” and losing, I can relate to this insightful reflection to Slow Down.
The last few years, I have learned how to “Be Still”, whether sitting in Eucharistic Adoration or enjoying God’s creation in silence. It has changed my life around and I am so grateful for the slower pace.
I’m also grateful for your website, I have picked up many pearls of wisdom !
May God continue to Bless you, as you go about serving Him so beautifully.
Amen sista! Me too. Thank you for your continued encouragement! ?