Still

I started writing this with the word "calm" in mind. Then I found this prayer in the Shabbat book and knew that I needed to change it to "still." With the beautiful sunshine we have had lately, I need to take advantage of being still in His Presence.

HELP ME, O GOD,

to find still moments,

quiet space within to refresh my soul;

cease my questions, my inner debates,

and let me meditate on Your goodness.

Help me, O God,

to nurture. my courage,

recalling moments of strength.

Let me remember days of fortitude

and the certainty of your regard.

Help me, O God,

to turn to the light,

to feel the warmth of Your touch,

my own face and fingers outstretched,

alive, alive in Your sight.

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The first stanza is mine to claim today. I want to find the still moments and the quiet space to refresh my soul.

Thank you Father for the reminders that You are the One where I can find peace and courage and ultimately, myself. Help be ground myself in Your Words of Truth. Then, when I find myself alive in Your light, let me share that with those around me.

Love and blessings,

Rose