“Be still and know that I am God”
I’ve spent a lot of time now in this space of relative Grace. When I sort of “figured it out” awhile back I thought the concept was so clear that everyone would see it immediately. Then I found out nobody was really looking. Then I realized I was human too— we gotta practice “it” to be in that place we all are intended to be.
Everyone is caught in their own traps they made themselves. So, here I am offering some guidance that works for me. Funny thing about stillness… when you do this below, even in short, but consistent, bursts you’ll have new energy to walk right back into your own chaos. So, carry this with you in your pocket wherever you go.
Reflect on these words : "Be still and know that I am God."
Let them settle deep within your heart. In the rush of life—plans, demands, successes, failures—God invites you into a quieter place where His presence is felt clearly—right now. Stillness is not passivity; it is the intentional posture of faith that allows you to hear God’s voice, receive His peace, and align your life with His will.
When you pause to be still, you create room for clarity. God often speaks in the gentle, simple truths that get drowned out by noise and busyness. Quiet moments reveal what matters: relationships that need mending, priorities that require reordering, gifts to be stewarded, and burdens to lay at the Lord’s feet. In stillness you gain perspective—what once seemed urgent may lose its grip, and what is essential comes into focus.
Stillness cultivates trust. To rest in God’s sovereignty is to acknowledge that you are not ultimately in control; He is. This surrender is not defeat but freedom. It releases anxiety and fuels hope. As you practice being still, worry loses its hold because you remember God’s past faithfulness and His promises for the future. Trust grows when silence becomes a place of communion rather than a void.
Stillness deepens worship. When noise fades, worship becomes more intimate and sincere. You are able to listen as well as sing, to receive grace as well as give thanks. Scripture read in quietness often leaps off the page with fresh meaning. Prayer in stillness shifts from a checklist of requests to a heartfelt conversation—an exchange that transforms your inner life.
Make practical space for stillness in daily rhythms. Begin or end the day with a short period of silence—five to fifteen minutes—focused on prayer and Scripture. Turn off notifications for a set time each day. Take a mindful walk without a playlist, noticing God’s handiwork in creation. Practice a breathing prayer: slowly inhale while saying, "Lord, I trust You," and exhale saying, "I surrender." Over time, these small habits train your heart to find God’s presence amid chaos.
If silence feels uncomfortable, be patient with yourself. The practice of stillness is learned. Start small, celebrate progress, and rely on Scripture and the Holy Spirit to guide you. Remember Jesus, who often withdrew to solitary places to pray. Follow His example: make room for quiet, and He will meet you there.
Be still and know. Let stillness shape your choices, steady your soul, and deepen your faith. In that sacred pause, you will discover God’s direction, His comfort, and the renewing power of His presence.
