When the psalmist from Israel wrote, “Be still and know that I am God,” he was not sharing his experiences from a relaxing day in the spa. He was in a war. Read on.
To be “still” did not mean “do nothing” during that period of the Israeli war. Instead, God is instructing the armies to stop fighting. The soldiers should put away their instruments of war for now. Then, during the ceasefire, begin to acknowledge and rely on God.
I urge you to hear the voice of God in Psalms 46:10. To us, “Be still and know that I am God” could mean to stop fighting this COVID-19 war with weapons of fear, discouragement, and denial. Today, try taking a time-out from your emotional battles. Pray to God and acknowledge His complete reign.
Here are your most effective weapons to use when it’s time to go back into the battle of coping with the pandemic.
- Relentlessly practice the scientific guidelines to remain healthy. These include handwashing, sheltering-in-place, social distancing, and wearing masks. Do not neglect to eat well, exercise, and rest. (3John 1:2)
- Take time out each day for prayer and meditation. Try to relax by taking several slow, deep breaths. Praying and meditating are your best spiritual remedies for anxiety. (Philippians 4:6)
- Study and repeat scriptures daily to remember God’s love and concern for your life. In the Bible, you will find solutions to your problems. You will also discover answers to your questions about your life. (Psalm 119:105)
- Serve God’s people. Find a safe and healthy way to help others doing this challenging time: A phone call, a text, a meal, sewing masks, praying, or donating. These are just a few ways to serve. Besides doing a great deed, service helps to take the focus off your worries. (Luke 6:38)
A ceasefire is temporary. Battles that are physical, economic, mental, and emotional will continue to challenge you for a while. As you stay safe, remember to take time each day to be still in God’s presence. As a result, you will experience God’s, great love. God will also give you the strength to keep fighting.
No matter how difficult things get, because you are a believer, God is leading you toward victory.
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This was a great message! I love it!
Thank you Tangie. God bless!
Thank you for your untimely submission of encouragement and spiritual guidance. I pray continued inspiration and blessings surround you as you serve and bring praise to God through Christ Jesus🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank you Virlin. God bless you.
I really indeed this message. Thank you so much.
Thank you Sandie. I have to remember this every day also. God bless. Stay safe.