BE STILL BEFORE THE LORD!

” Be still in the presence of the Lord and wait patiently for him to act.” PSALM 37:7

There are many times that we find ourselves talking way too much and not listening. We are to pray to God in heaven and we are to praise to him all of the time. However, we are also to take time to be still before the Lord. We are to listen carefully as he answers us. A conversation is a two-way street. There is talking and listening. Sometimes we get so wrapped up in our own thoughts and words that we forget that our God in heaven also talks and that we must listen. Talking with the Lord does not have to be a formal prayer. We are to have conversations with him about our concerns and thoughts. The Lord sometimes reminds me that I talk too much and must listen. Our Lord has a plan, and we cannot fulfill his plan if we are not paying attention to what he is saying. Our Lord is faithful, but we must take time to be quiet in order to accept his faithfulness. He is our refuge and our answer. I find that when I put him first in my life that I always go to him first with my concerns. When I do, he comforts me with his love and understanding. He loves us very much and he holds all of the answers. We must, however, do our part and listen. PRAISE THE LORD IN ALL THINGS!