Be still, and know that I am God:
I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah. Psalm 46:10-11
A years and a half ago, a theme was set in motion in my life; be still and know that I am God. What appeared on the surface to be a simple request from my maker simulated an earthquake on my very foundation! In the earthly realm, it was like asking a horse wrangler to tame a band of horses. I spiritually arm wrestled with God for several months. I would go into the prayer room seeking understanding; seeking specific instruction. Asking the tough questions, "how should I stand still, Lord.? Up to that point, the word "still" was an active antonym of my life. Most often than not He would reiterate, "Be still, and know that I am God". That statement would sending me chasing my tail.
After several months, it occurred to me that chasing my tail and desperately trying to seek the greater meaning of that directive was exactly what I wasn't supposed to be doing. The simple answer was - STOP chasing your tail and BE STILL! I laughed at myself and laughed with God. At that very moment it clicked. I got it. It was an AH-HA moment. The SON shined bright that day. The heavens opened and the angels broke out in a full Hallelujah chorus! His reign poured down on me and I was unshackled. A stubborn burden was lifted from me. I danced in His reign that day. I rejoiced with singing. I testified of His faithfulness to everyone that would listen; friend and foe! It was exhilarating! It was like being supernaturally healed of a unrelenting tooth ache.
Relieved of the responsibility of scurrying around like a Martha has been a welcoming break in my controlling life. I am now gladly His co-pilot. I no longer have to be responsible for flying the plane. I have be enjoying the lesson of relinquishing control of the wheel. I am pleased but God is more pleased. I never fathomed how great it is to put my life in the hands of the one that loves me more than I love myself. It is a unbelievably wild feeling.
Every path that He has ask me to follow and I have obediently laid hold of has produced fruit in my life. I have been able to receive the finest. I feast at His table filled with love, kindness, acceptance, courage, beauty, compliments, an array of brilliant colors, maturity, smiles, hugs, kisses, fellowship, companionship, warmth, security, reliability, consistency, challenges, fun and laughter. Just to name a few.
With the release of one stronghold in my life, comes the subsequent. Every victory awakens excitement and anticipation for the next invitation to suit up in my warrioress armor, mount the greatest of horses (Shadow Fax -http://lotr.wikia.com/wiki/Shadowfax ) and ride into His impenetrable battle. Clothed with supernatural confidence, I remind myself that God's got this! Gods got it ALL! Then I am stilled because I know that He is God!
My new commission has been downloaded. I am being encouraged to work towards removing all diversions hindering my assignment to reach His people and restore their hope and faith in humanity. The first distraction He has challenged me to put away is my participation with Facebook. I am rather excited for the victorious outcome because this is another tough vice to relinquish. I admittedly can spend an entire day monitoring Facebook, monitoring others lives and posting. I am excited to see what the Lord replaces all the reclaimed hours with. I am polishing my suit and ready to mount Shadowfax in honor of my Father! I am ready for battle and expecting victory! So stay tuned.
I am excited that you have chosen to follow me on my journey. I ask you to step into battle with me by clothing me in prayer! Constant prayer would be the greatest gift I could receive. A hui hou and ke aloha ke akua!
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