Be still


Psalms 46:10 Be still and know that I am God.


I was watching the ducks at the park the other day. They appear to be sitting perfectly still on top of the water. I learned, though, that their feet are paddling 90 to nothing where we can't see them. I love to swim. It is a good workout and it is relaxing. On thing that I do for cardio is to tread water. My head is above water and I look relaxed but my legs and arms are in constant motion to keep me afloat. On the other hand, if I relax and lean my head back and let my muscles relax, I will float.If I want to keep afloat with no effort, I can use a floatation device like a ball, kickboard or noodle.
 I am not going to lie. As soon as I hit save on this post, I entered a situation where I have to be still. I have learned again that I have to let God be in control of my loved ones and my life. I have so many ideas of things that I can do to help God get things fixed more quickly. I can tread water furiously and thrash and flail, That is not what I am supposed to be doing though.  What I am supposed to be doing  is pray, praise the Lord, and be still . These are the words that He has given me.
First my verse that I love and hate. Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, exalted in the earth. Psalms 46:10-11.
Exodus 14:13
 “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. ¹⁴ The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
Ephesians 6:13.Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.
1 Samuel 12:16
“Now then, stand still and see this great thing the Lord is about to do before your eyes!


Right now I do not feel very confident but it is  not about feelings. God is good and he is faithful. I am probably not the only one who needs to hear this now so we will stand together.