Be Still

I catch myself overwhelmed by the many obligations I have taken on. I commit to so many projects with the justification that they are all things that I enjoy or feel compelled to be involved in for one reason or another. Because of some last minute schedule changes, today I was faced with some quiet time alone... it's been a while since I've acknowledged time like that. I use to love being alone but over the last few months, I find that it is something that I purposefully avoid. I know that if I'm alone for very long, I will be faced with thoughts of issues that I would rather not deal with now.

Today was different... while I was sitting alone, I started thinking of these "issues" and as the all consuming dread of facing them came over me, I forced myself to find a blessing in the present moment. I sat and listened to the sound of the silence. I embraced it... being still and quiet. The silence that led my thoughts to a closeness with my Father... where we can spent some much needed time together.

It was refreshing to have this time to meditate. I was reminded that when I come to this quiet place I have a greater awareness of God's presence in every aspect of my life. It is necessary for me to be still and embrace this time of meditation so that I can be strengthened mentally and spiritually. It is a cleansing of the mind and that is much needed in order to maintain a peaceful spirit.

I made the decision to return to this practice of meditation and contemplation and I would encourage anyone to try it. Even though you may feel nothing has changed, I am certain that something undetectable will be happening inside.

Psalm 46:10 - "Be still, and know that I am God."