This morning I re-read Psalm 46. This psalm is one of my favorites. I've read it so many times, but this morning certain parts of it struck me afresh. I needed the reminder that He is always with me.
Verse 5: "God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved; God shall help her."
Verse 7: "The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge."
Verse 8: "Come, behold the works of the Lord."
Verse 10: "Be still, and know that I am God..."
Verse 11: "The Lord of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge."
When I started my quiet time this morning, I was thinking of berating myself for all of the ways that I've fallen short lately, and then looking up scriptures to speak to those character flaws. But my Lord had a different plan—a better plan. He, being a wise and loving Father, instead took me on His knee, spoke words of comfort, kindness, and grace to me. He soothed the raging seas within me. He calmed my storm. I am at peace once again in His loving care.
Lately, my oldest daughter has wanted to be held a lot. I've given her that love. I've given her that "cuddle time," knowing that she's happier and much more content afterward. Now I know how she feels. Sometimes we all need to be held, loved, and put at peace. Sometimes we all need to simply "Be still and know..." Know not only that He is God, but that He loves us, He feels our pain, and "weeps with those who weep." He knows our need for comfort and grace—and He gives it abundantly.
Lord, help me to come to You for that comfort more often. In the busy-ness of life and caring for so many others, I can forget that I must be filled by and with Your love first, before I have any to give, because You are my Source for all. Thank You.
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Thinking about you this morning (listening to a basement "tape" while cleaning out my attic early before the heat of the day).
Praying for you, dear sister.
It's great that even when we do not know each other, we can feel the hurt because we are all part of the same body.
Praying for you!
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