The world is so chaotic. Sometimes we are not even able to hear our own selves. We lose touch of who we are and sleepwalk through life. We do not take the time that is needed to centre ourselves on what truly matters. Our minds keep going, not on what fosters growth and maturity but on the cares of life. Some of us, continue to speak and not be intentional enough about being still to hear the inner man or the voice of the Holy Spirit.
One writer says, the world would be happier if men had the same capacity to be silent that they have to speak. Silence is needed for the improvement of mans wellbeing, whether cognitivity and or emotionally. It reduces stress and advance focus. It creates space for creativity and re-centre us on what’s important. Ecclesiastes 3:7 informs us that there is a time to be silent and a time to speak. It is said that a fool is one who talks constantly and at inappropriate times but those who uses wisdom understands when to be silent and when to speak. Proverbs 18:6-7 ‘The lips of fools bring them strife, and their mouths invite a beating. The mouths of fools are their undoing, and their lips are a snare to their very lives.
I believe that in this season, God is calling us to silence. He wants to speak to us but we are too busy speaking. The bible says in Proverbs 10:19 that when there are many words, sin is unavoidable, but the one who controls his lips is prudent. It’s important to know that even our idle words will be taken in account by the ‘Just Judge.’ Silence allows for reflection and comprehension. Silence is significance in the emotional,, psychological, spiritual and social aspects of lives. It has its rightful place in the rhythm of life discernment. Psalm 46:10 tells us to ‘Be still and know that i am God.’ Its in the stillness and silence that we experience the presence of God.
For me, it’s in the moments when i choose to stop talking and allow myself to be silent, that often times i experience God the most. Its in those early morning walks, or sitting on the deck in the late evenings, or even lying down in bed, most times sin the dark, that He shows up. Those are the times you get the writing materials because as you prepare yourself to listen, He will speak.
Should we find our lives being chaotic then it means there is the absence of the Holy Spirit. It may be an indication that you are not listening enough. Silence should afford you clarity. The truth is, you cannot walk in obedience if you are not clear on the instructions. I challenge you today, to find your quiet place where you meet with the Holy Spirit. Prepare your heart and choose to not say anything but to listen to what He has to say. I promise you, that you will leave full. Choose to be silent, give ear to the voice of the Holy Spirit and He will give you deep revelation and insight that you have never experienced before.
More Grace!
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