silence

Today I woke up and decided that I should practice silence. Its something that has really taught me a lot this summer and I feel like it should be practiced more in our society. We all get so rushed in everyday life. Even if we actually do have time to sit down and "have quiet time", if our mind is racing and we can't quiet our thoughts, there was no real silence practiced. The time it takes to sit and be still is undefined. Each moment is unique. The time it takes for a person to become still and have quietness in their spirit is independent of the situation in life, the person and the moment. It may take 5 minutes to become still for me one day, and 3 full days the next time. There are so many seasons in our life that sometimes the meaning of silence and stillness may not be obtainable.

Anyways, while in Haiti this summer I learned a little. (understatement)
I accepted and received a lot. I grew in understanding and in patience. I recognized the importance of peace in Jesus. Jesus within me and Jesus expressed to others is the same Jesus I had experienced in 8th grade youth group. This Jesus, this holy and sanctified righteous Lord of Lords, thrives within me. We must acknowledge him within us. We must recognize him in us as individuals and live out his callings in our life.

He is worthy. He is worthy. He is worthy of our praise. Forever and today. Jesus you are so much more than we can even begin to fathom. "His heart is the most sensitive and tender of all. No act goes unnoticed no matter how insignifican or small. A cup of cold water is enough to put tears in the eyes of God....God celebrates our feeble expressions of gratitiude."-ABBA's Child by Brennan Manning