“Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him” (Psalm 37:7).
I have discovered that being in communion with God goes far beyond withdrawing from the noise of the world — it is learning to silence the mind, quiet the heart, and simply be before Him with calm and reverent attention. It is in this place of inner stillness that the soul begins to receive the spiritual nourishment that the Lord decides to offer. Sometimes it is much, sometimes it is little in our eyes, but it is never nothing. God never leaves us empty-handed when we present ourselves before Him with sincerity and humility.
This silent waiting deepens something precious within us: humility and obedience. The soul that learns to wait on God becomes more sensitive, more submissive, and more full of faith. It begins to realize that it is not alone. The obedient of the Lord carry within themselves a real security — the certainty that God is near. It is as if His presence can be felt in the air, in the walking, in the breathing. And this constant presence is, without a doubt, the greatest of all blessings for those who love the Lord and love His mighty Law.
So, why resist? Why not obey this so faithful, so loving, and so worthy God? He is the only way to true happiness — here and in eternity. Every commandment He gives us is an expression of His care, an invitation to live the reality of heaven, even on earth. -Adapted from Mary Anne Kelty. Until tomorrow, if the Lord permits us.
Pray with me: Dear God, I thank You because You have shown me that true communion with You is an inner surrender, a resting of the soul in Your presence. When I quiet my heart and silence my mind, I realize that You are there, ready to nourish my soul with what I need at that moment. You are a faithful God, who never fails to touch the sincere heart that stands before You with reverence.
My Father, today I ask You to teach me to wait in silence, with humility and faith. I want to be a soul sensitive to Your voice, submissive to Your will, obedient to Your mighty Law. May I not be distracted by noises or haste, but learn the value of this waiting that transforms me from within. Give me this security that only Your faithful servants know — the deep certainty that You are near, that You walk with me and sustain me at every step. May I never lose the privilege of feeling You so present.
Oh, Most Holy God, I adore and praise You because Your presence is the greatest blessing I can have in this life. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your mighty Law is like the breath of heaven that refreshes the weary soul and guides the lost heart. Your commandments are like notes of an eternal song, that cradle the soul in peace and lead to Your perfect love. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
