Tag: be still

Be still.

One of the most oft-quoted verses in the Bible comes in the middle of the chaos. Find God’s grace and love in the stillness.

“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 NIV

What a beautiful thought, to be still, unless you’re a go-getter, self-starter, take-matters-into-your-own-hands, or prefer-to-be-in-control type of person.

If stillness isn’t your strength, rest assured, you’re in good company. This verse doesn’t show up in the middle of a peaceful, pleasant, gentle-breeze kind of setting. This truth stands in stark contrast to all the verses that surround it. Chaos, earth-shaking, mess-making troubling circumstances surround this simple phrase.

Another way to consider these instructions is, “Rest assured, I’ve got this.” Everything’s under control, God’s control.

“Settle in. Watch me work.”

If we feel like we can’t handle what’s going on in our lives, rest assured, we don’t have to. God has everything covered. Covered by His grace. Covered with His love.

If your inclination is to do something, then believe. Believe that God has everything under control. Believe that God is at work in every situation. Believe that God knows what’s going on and is present in all of it.

If you want something to do, believe.

“God is our refuge and strength,
    an ever-present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 NIV