Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Quietness and Confidence


 For thus says the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel: "In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and confidence shall be your strength." (Isaiah 30:15)

Being quiet and still is often the wisest thing you and I can do. Wisdom dictates we humble ourselves before the One Who knows all - “Be still and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). Yet, we find that the most difficult thing to do – to just be quiet. That is because the love of God has not yet been perfected in us, and we have much to learn about the ways of the Holy Spirit.

In today’s church, there is such a temptation to run to and fro, to chase every new idea and “revelation,” and to listen to and embrace “truth” from an endless number of teachers. We live in the “Facebook” generation where we easily grant access to our ears and hearts, often without even considering the fact that our time and attention should belong exclusively to our Master and Lord, Jesus Christ.

Beloved, we are to be like a tree planted by the rivers of water (Psalm 1:3). God’s supply to his children is often unseen, underground, and dispensed in the secret place of prayer and intimate fellowship. – then, we are consistently nourished by the never-ceasing provision of a Holy God, Who dwells within where no one sees. We possess a boldness rooted firmly in an ever-increasing belief that God never fails, never gets weary, and is always good to His children. That confidence is our hiding place, and the secret place found only by those who rest in Him. So, be still, my friend, and know that He is God.

Love and peace beyond understanding,
Pastor Eric

1 comment:

  1. In The Lord's HandsMarch 22, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    Dear Pastor Eric. I currently am a believer; albeit not in your flock. Still that being said in the Eugene, OR area. I am very thankful for you writing this. It touches my spirit and the word of the Lord is speaking to me. I really needed this right now in my life. I find it difficult to find a body of Christ that is speaking the word, and allowing the Holy Spirit to speak. Thank you, Lord bless you brother.

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