Most people
are uncomfortable in silence, being still is not something we like very
much. We get fidgety on a quiet train,
bus or aeroplane, finding solace on our phones and tablets. When driving we
turn on the radio even if we are not listening. Most times these distractions
prevent us from acknowledging the longing within us for more. It is by sitting
in silence and taking a look within that we become aware of our deepest need.
Jacob sent
his family and possessions across the stream and was left alone. It was at this
point that he wrestled with God. In that encounter, he came face to face with
his true nature. He admitted his name was ‘Jacob’ which meant- the one who
grasps. And God gave him a new name Isreal because he had overcome. He was no
longer going to keep grasping and wrestling but was now an overcomer. This
experience came about when he was stripped of the noise, and spent time in
solitude.
Finding time
away from the distractions and the noisiness all around helps us to truly look
within and be honest about who we really are. We can name our fears and our
faults, our longings and our hurts. In our brokenness and quietness, we allow
God to reshape us, to heal us, to bring us new blessings. Will you give
yourself some space today? Will you find some time alone with God? Will you
allow the Spirit of God to bring to the surface the things you are ashamed of?
so that He can give you a new name. When we wait for God alone we will find
Him.
Don’t settle
for the false securities of life. Don’t settle for the busyness and noise of
life. Don’t hold on to momentary attachments and short-lived pleasures. Take a
moment to ‘send it all across the river’, find time to be still, and wait on
the lord.
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