Was it challenging to sit still and be quiet as a child? Perhaps you were told, “Be quiet,” at school, a show, concert, or at church. Then you were sternly reminded, “No talking!” Maybe a firm hand squeezed your knee or shoulder to emphasize the need for silence.

I must admit I’m not great at sitting still or waiting quietly. I prefer to keep my hands and feet moving or to stay busy with a particular assignment. However, the Lord desires us to take time to quiet our hearts and minds before Him.

For God Alone, O My Soul

Where do we turn when our souls are reeling with anxiety, worry, discouragement, or fear? We are tempted to seek other ways to comfort or soothe ourselves—food, work harder, or alcohol. This verse reminds us to look to the Lord. Alone.

Wait in Silence

Yes, look to the Lord and wait. How difficult can it be to sit in silence? Set a timer for 5 minutes, sit in a chair and be quiet. Open your Bible to Psalm 62 and read the first eight verses. Do not speak out loud. Be still and wait.

My Hope is From Him

Without the Lord, we would be devoid of hope. There will be days when our hope feels weak and diminished. Turn to the Word of God and speak His Truth and promises out loud.

My Rock, My Salvation, My Fortress

Many days, I pray these metaphors of God back to Him. We can cling to His promises that He is our firm and steady rock. Our salvation comes from God alone. We can run into His mighty fortress and find security. We can trust Him to provide all that we need today.

I Shall Not Be Shaken

David waited before the Lord, trusting in His complete sufficiency. He embraced these words, and his faith was strengthened. Our faith and hope in the Lord provide the answers to our anxiety and despair. Wait in silence and rest in Him.

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Today’s Bible verses focus on waiting quietly for the Lord to act or move in our current situation. This message encourages us to slow down and reflect on the truths found in God’s Word. Take time to read each Bible verse again.

Last week, I shared with you the practice of Breath Prayers. Breath prayers are short prayers recited in sync with your inhaling and exhaling. They allow us to meditate on God’s Word and pray anywhere, at any time, while connecting with God.

Below are three examples to use during your quiet time with the Lord.

Inhale breath: For God alone, wait in silence

Exhale breath: My hope is from Him

Inhale breath: He is my rock and fortress

Exhale breath: I will not be shaken

Inhale breath: Be still before the Lord

Exhale breath: Wait patiently for Him

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Jesus said, “I am the True Vine … Abide in me” (John 15:1, 4). We may read these verses in John’s Gospel too quickly and miss the depth of His words. He is speaking to His closest disciples just hours before His betrayal in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Jesus told them, “The Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love.” Now, Jesus continues His instruction with the following command.

Jesus defines friendship in terms of sacrifice and obedience (verse 14). Christian friendship involves a commitment to follow the Lord’s teachings and become partners in His work. Jesus tells His friends that He chose them and that He has appointed them to produce fruit.

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One important category we discuss is wedding planning. It is very stressful to think through all the planning, organization, and details. It requires vision, oversight, and execution. It is necessary to see the big picture and then determine how to move forward with bringing the event or project to fruition.

Over the past few months, I have focused on the book of Nehemiah during my quiet time. Nehemiah was a gifted man, obedient to the Lord’s call on his life. I have noted the following qualities in Nehemiah’s life:

1. Worshiper of the One True God of Israel

2. Man of Prayer

3. Servant of God

Nehemiah was a visionary with strong administrative skills. The Lord had gifted him and called him to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. Yet Nehemiah did not undertake this monumental task alone; he turned to the Lord in fervent prayer and days of fasting. (See Nehemiah 1:4). Nehemiah recognized that unless the Lord directed his steps, the mission would fail.

After the long journey from Susa to Jerusalem, Nehemiah rested for three days. He then planned a midnight site visit and selected a small group of trusted men to accompany him. Only Nehemiah rode a donkey as the men set out to carefully inspect Jerusalem’s fallen walls.

Nehemiah provides these details, but I love the sentence that appears in the middle of verses 11 and 12. “I told no one what my God had put into my heart to do for Jerusalem.” This was not happenstance.

Nehemiah knew he was in Jerusalem to complete God’s special assignment. The Lord chose Nehemiah, a gifted administrator, to oversee and direct this important project. The role was high-pressure and required long hours each day. It would be necessary to balance careful planning and organization with informational meetings for leaders, encouraging words for workers, and site visits to assess progress.

You may already sense the Lord’s leading toward a new assignment or a specific ministry opportunity. Or you may have a heart’s desire to serve in a different role or capacity. Perhaps you are waiting for the door to open. Here are some thoughts to guide you as you wait for the Lord’s guidance and direction.

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First question: Have you ever wondered what your spiritual gifts are? When a person receives Jesus as their personal Savior, the Holy Spirit indwells them, and God sovereignly and graciously endows the new believer with spiritual gifts.

Additional questions: What meaningful activities bring you great joy, a sense of purpose, and fulfillment? Do you regularly engage in activities that align with your heart’s passion?

The Lord wants to bring together our spiritual gifts, abilities, and passions so that we can serve others and bring Him glory.

Would you consider spending time in prayer each day over the next 1-2 weeks, asking the Lord to clarify your gifts, abilities, and heart’s passion? You may want to follow Nehemiah’s example by going for a walk as you voice your desire to follow the Lord’s leading.

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ABIDE – In this podcast season, our goal is to examine what the Bible teaches about maintaining a daily, dependent connection with Jesus so we can bear spiritual fruit rather than relying on self-effort.

Jesus states positively in John 15:5 – “I am the Vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing.”

Abiding is an active, not a passive, process. The follower of Christ is to bear fruit. When the branch remains in union with the vine … with Christ in me … the life of Christ nourishes the disciple, and fruit will be inevitable.

Jesus is loved by His Heavenly Father. He loves each of us and wants us to abide in His love. Jesus’ example is that He followed the Father’s commandments. So, we are to live according to the commandments. Love unites the disciples to Christ, as branches are united to a vine. That is why Jesus commands us to “Abide in my love.”

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In the early years of our marriage, one of our Bible professors shared some wise advice with us. Take a walk together in the evening and pray. Walks provide a valuable opportunity to connect with another person and the Almighty One who created it all.

Feel the breeze blowing. Inhale the beauty of flowers, grass, and trees. Smile as birds, squirrels, and rabbits scamper across the path ahead. Tilt your head back and look up at the sky. Observe the cloud formation, sun, moon, and stars. Take time to appreciate the beauty in this world.

When I go for a walk, I take time to pray for other people and situations in my life. The Lord reminds me of friends’ names and details in their lives. I like to pray out loud. Sometimes, I even start singing a hymn or worship song.

Walking is an excellent activity for both our physical and emotional well-being. Moreover, it can allow us to bond with someone like our spouse, child, or friend. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of walking with many friends in various states. We have shared stories of life, much laughter, and even sadness during our walks. We also share Bible verses and pray together.

A daily walk with God strengthens my spiritual life. It’s all about my relationship with Jesus and my need to spend time every day with Him — in the Bible, in prayer, waiting before Him in silence. Fellowship results when I purposefully walk with God every day. He is my Savior, Friend, and Lord. I want to know Him better and walk close to Him.

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Walking has many benefits for physical, emotional, and mental health. It can also serve as a reminder to cultivate a deeper spiritual relationship with God.

Recording our thoughts in a journal each evening is a helpful practice. This exercise allows us to reflect on the day, practice gratitude, and slow down before sleep.

I encourage you to take a few moments and jot down two or three observations from your daily walk. Keep your entry simple so it can easily fit into your daily routine. Then, write a sentence of gratitude to the Lord for the beauty of His creation and the gift of this day.

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In Jerusalem, Jesus met with His disciples in the Upper Room, and then they walked to Gethsemane. He told them, “I am the vine, and My Father is the gardener.” Jesus knew His Father was carefully watching over the vineyard—tending the vine and preparing the branches to bear fruit. He used this beautiful illustration to prepare the eleven disciples for the days ahead.

Jesus calls us to abide. This is not a passive act. We must remain in constant union – in daily, regular fellowship with Jesus – and have a passionate desire to walk with Him. Unless we abide – that is, stay close to Jesus – we will not bear fruit. Your Word says, “We can do nothing.”

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In the past, we’ve had camping trips with excellent meals, hiking, canoeing, and late-night campfire conversations. Other outings were less enjoyable—rainy days, wet clothes, burned pancakes, and sleepless nights.

The apostle Paul did a lot of “camping” during his ministry. There were days when his mission team walked many miles and had very little to eat. We know he faced struggles and hardships—times of scarcity and hunger. Paul chose to trust God in every situation he faced. It was a daily decision.

In his letter to the church at Philippi, Paul tells them he has learned the secret of living in every situation. He declares, “I have enough. I am content.” Paul learned the secret and practiced contentment.

Learning does not just happen. We must pursue and consistently practice expressing our thankfulness. Paul calls us to live daily, in every circumstance, with a spirit of contentment.

Enjoy God’s gifts of abundance because He delights in blessing His children. In times of need, recognize that His provision will be sufficient and His strength will be available in every situation you face.

Relying on our own strength will accomplish little. Paul’s life exemplified godly humility, recognizing that Jesus Christ was the source of his strength.

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Pursue the secret of contentment.

• Paul said, “I know what it is to …”

  • Gratitude will transform your heart and thoughts. Gratitude makes what we have sufficient, forming the foundation for peace.

  • A simple gratitude list is helpful because it directs our attention to the good gifts in our lives.

Jesus Christ is your source of strength.

• Paul said, “I can do everything through Christ.”

  • Acknowledge your need, and ask God to give you the strength to complete the work He has called you to do.

  • Strive to focus on God in every circumstance.

I can live humbly in challenging times and enjoy abundance during prosperous times.

It’s not about having NOTHING. It’s about having ENOUGH.

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As we begin a new season of Walk with God, we will teach a series titled “Abide” over the coming weeks, using the Lord’s metaphor of the grapevine and fruit-bearing. The importance of vines and grapes in the land of Israel cannot be overstated.

There are several Hebrew and Greek words translated as the English word ‘abide.’ We will focus on the Greek word menō. The basic sense of menō is “to remain, stay, or abide.”

In our lessons, we will stress repeatedly that “abiding” is not “passive inaction.” Rather, abiding involves actively pursuing a place of rest and fruitfulness in a chaotic, stressful world.

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Do you want a more fruitful and restful life? Are you willing to put into practice what the Word of the Lord teaches by actively choosing to abide in Christ? This is a daily, moment-by-moment choice for a true follower of Jesus Christ.

Song: You Are the Vine, We Are the Branches

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In the Old Testament, the book of Nehemiah presents an extraordinary man. We know he was not perfect (see Nehemiah 1:6), yet he was a devoted worshiper of the One True God. He recognized the Lord as the great and awesome God (Nehemiah 1:5; Psalm 70:4). He trusted in God’s truthfulness and relied on His covenant-keeping love for those who walk in His ways. This man humbled himself before the Almighty God of heaven!

Nehemiah faithfully served the king in a foreign land. He adhered to the royal court’s regulations and remained loyal to the regime. He was trusted to hold the king’s confidence in private conversations, political discussions, and government decisions.

In the late autumn, Nehemiah received troubling news from his brother. I shared this in an earlier blog post. He sat down and wept, and for days he mourned for the people of Jerusalem. He fasted and prayed to the God of heaven.

A few months passed, and in early spring Nehemiah was serving King Artaxerxes his wine. It was not acceptable to show sadness in the king’s presence. However, the king recognized that his faithful cupbearer was deeply troubled and asked, “Why are you looking so sad?”

Nehemiah had prayed for weeks and months. He had asked the Lord to restore the gates and walls of Jerusalem. Now the king asked him, “How can I help?” The Lord opened a door for Nehemiah to speak, but he knew he must speak respectfully. Nehemiah prayed silently to the God of heaven before he spoke.

Nehemiah was a gifted administrator. In his conversation with the king, he outlined key elements of his plan. He recognized that his envoy would need the king’s permission to travel safely from Susa to Judah. Nehemiah requested a letter to Asaph, asking for timber from the king’s forest. Nehemiah had spent many hours in prayer, and God had guided his thoughts toward restoring the gates and city walls.

Nehemiah recognized the importance of the work and believed God was calling him to lead his people in completing this major reconstruction project. I can only imagine the thoughts, plans, and ideas racing through his mind. He would need to seek the Lord’s guidance and apply sound strategy and wise management skills.

Even as the king granted Nehemiah permission to travel to Jerusalem to oversee the rebuilding of the city’s gates and walls, Nehemiah offered praise to God. Nehemiah believed the Lord had called him to this work and credited God with the king’s favorable response to his requests.

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Do you recall a specific time when you felt God’s gracious hand upon you? Take a moment to reflect on the details of that experience. How did He provide for and care for you? What was your response to the Lord?

Prayer can feel difficult at times because of fatigue, distractions, guilt, or a sense of distance from God. Yet prayer is about presence rather than performance. You can speak simply, honestly, and briefly, for example, by saying “Help me.” When words fail, it helps to pray verses from Scripture (such as the Psalms) or the Lord’s Prayer.

Keep it Simple: Prayer is simply talking to God. If you can only say, “Father, I’m here,” that is enough.

Pray Scripture: Use the Psalms to express your feelings when you cannot find your own words.

Rely on the Holy Spirit: Remember that the Spirit intercedes for you, especially when you feel you can’t pray.

Lean on Community: Ask a trusted friend or mentor to pray for you or with you.

Focus on God’s Character: Remind yourself of God’s love and care rather than dwelling on fear, guilt, shame, discouragement, or inadequacy.

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The short book of Obadiah addresses the pride and sin of the Edomites. Yet in the prophet’s vision, God extends His hope and promise to those who follow Him. Israel will ultimately defeat Edom, and the Lord will restore the Promised Land. The day is coming when every knee will bow.

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Friends, we must remember that even in the bleakest times, God is at work, preparing His people for the greatest victory. Trust Him. All honor and praise to His Holy Name—King of kings!

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The hymn’s author, C. Austin Miles, had just read John 20 and was moved by the garden meeting between the resurrected Jesus and His faithful follower, Mary Magdalene. As Miles reflected on this beautiful scene, he was drawn to consider his personal relationship with Jesus and the opportunity to meet Him in a garden.

Mary’s heart was heavy with grief. She had witnessed Jesus’s crucifixion. After the soldiers confirmed His death, she watched Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus carry His body to the nearby garden tomb. Mary sat across from the tomb, watching them wrap the body and lay it on the cold stone ledge.

Early on the third morning, she returned to the garden and found an empty tomb. Her eyes brimming with tears, she asked, “Sir … tell me where you have put Him.”

Can you imagine hearing the resurrected Jesus speak your name? My friend, He knows your name. Too often, we hurry about, make noise, and get caught up in the world’s distractions, and as a result, we miss His still, small voice.

Bible reading, prayer, and seeking God’s guidance are essential to spiritual growth and well-being. We must also cultivate quiet and silence in our personal time with the Lord. A wise and godly mentor once told me that discerning the Lord’s voice takes time. She encouraged me to be still and wait patiently.

The words of this hymn often draw me into a peaceful time with Jesus, serving as a gentle reminder – “and the joy that we share as we tarry there, none other has ever known.”

Head to Heart

What would it be like to meet your Lord and Savior—face-to-face—in a lovely garden? To hear Him speak your name. How would you respond—fall to your knees in worship or begin to speak words of adoration and praise for Him?

Perhaps you have a favorite place to sit—peaceful, calm, and quiet. I encourage you to go to this spot and spend time with the Lord today. You might begin by reading a passage of Scripture, then sit quietly. Remember, the Lord teaches us and gently guides our steps when we sit with Him—quiet, patient, and still.

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The book of Obadiah is a vision from the Sovereign LORD concerning the land of Edom. We might overlook this message because we don’t understand the prophecy or because it doesn’t seem relevant to us today. However, the truth found in these twenty-one verses can transform the way we live each day.

Pride in our hearts can lead to mistreatment and violence toward others. This happened with the Edomites. They were misled by their pride and boasted of their importance and safety, living in a rock fortress.

The “day of the LORD,” a key theme in Israel’s end-times beliefs, points to future events. This DAY signifies the time when God’s rule is established in human history, and He judges all enemies who oppose His reign. This “day,” then, decides the fate of Edom and other nations that oppose Israel.

We serve a holy and righteous God, who is the perfect Judge over all. This calls us to follow Him and live according to His commands and Holy Law. Lord, shine Your light on our sins of pride and selfishness. It is our desire to walk faithfully with God.

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You may have felt uncertain about where you would live while attending college or relocating for a new job. These situations can make us feel very troubled and unsure.

Jesus was speaking with His closest disciples. He knew tough times were ahead for them. His goal was to give courage and strength to their hearts and minds. He wants us to let go of the fear in our hearts and believe in the Heavenly Father and in Him.

Jesus assures us that there are many rooms in the Father’s house. He has gone to prepare a place for everyone who chooses to believe in God and the redemption offered through the shed blood of Jesus.

What do you imagine the rooms will look like in the Father’s house? I had several specific reasons for choosing the room pictured here. These simple elements evoke peace and calm in my heart.

• The windows let in light and offer a view to the outside.

• The walls are white, representing purity and cleanliness.

• The candle and guitar set the scene for praise and worship.

• The wood stove provides warmth and a welcoming atmosphere.

• The couch offers plenty of space for friends in Jesus to gather — an ideal spot to praise, worship, and magnify the precious name of Jesus.

Jesus spoke to them honestly and sincerely. He wanted His followers to trust in His return. Jesus promised them an abundant life and an eternal home with Him. We will spend eternity with Jesus!

However, we often feel anxious, doubt, worry, or fret. Thomas’ words may address some of the concerns you have raised. Most of us can relate to his question. I’m so grateful that Jesus welcomes our questions and does not push us away. His answer provides clear instructions.

These are Jesus’ kind words of invitation. No one is left out. Come to Jesus. When we follow Him, we find peace and joy. He invites us to spend eternity with Him in the Father’s house. Jesus is preparing a room for you.

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What do you imagine your heavenly room will look like in the Father’s house? We can dream and imagine the room that Jesus has gone to prepare for us. Are there some items you would ask Him to include?

Consider these aspects of our worship to the Lord.

Who will we worship? Why will we worship Him?

“Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!”
- Revelation 5:12

How will we worship?

I will praise the name of God with a song; I will magnify Him with thanksgiving.
- Psalm 69:30

How long will we worship?

I will extol You, my God and King, and bless Your name forever and ever.
- Psalm 145:1

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