Exodus 14:13  And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever.

Anyone who has seen the movie “The Ten Commandments” remembers the iconic scene when the Jews were led through the dry bed of the Red Sea. God tells Moses not to be afraid and to stand still! This powerful moment serves as a testament to faith and God’s intervention in times of danger. The tremendous weight of responsibility rested on Moses’ shoulders as he was about to witness firsthand what God could do through him, knowing that the journey ahead was not just a physical escape from oppression but a profound leap of faith into the unknown, leading this vast number of people to freedom and a new beginning. If you take a moment to meditate on the graphic, picture yourself as one of them, filled with uncertainty and awe as towering walls of water loom on either side. It must have been a heart-pounding experience, mixed with fear and hope.

One can hardly read a book effectively if he is busy doing something else. It takes sitting in your favorite chair surrounded by peace and quiet, where the distractions of the outside world fade away. In this serene environment, one can truly immerse himself in the narrative, understanding each word and emotion that the author has written. Now he can really dive into the story line and understand what he’s reading, allowing the characters and plots to unfold vividly in his imagination. God encourages us to be still, to be stopped from the hustle and bustle of the day, urging us to carve out a time of solitude to reconnect with our thoughts of Him and read His Word. This is when we can see and hear God at work, revealing truths that might otherwise remain hidden in the noise of our daily lives, helping us to reflect and find deeper meanings in both our readings and our experiences.

Psalm 46:10  Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

1 Kings 19:12  And after the earthquake a fire; but the LORD was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.

It is when we give pause that we can see God not only working in our lives, but we hear His still small voice whispering to our hearts, “Do not be afraid”! If we are busy, consumed by the chaos of our daily routines, we cannot fully experience His presence. When we are afraid or filled with anxiety, how can we overcome those feelings without plunging ourselves deeply into God’s Word, and earnestly seeking His peace and guidance? Maybe you are reading your Bible every day, diligently trying to absorb the words written on the pages, but if you simply walk away without reflecting, what have you truly gained? Take a moment to stop, be still, and think on what you’ve just read; let those scriptures echo within you. Let the Lord’s still small voice reveal Himself to you, guiding you through the noise of the world and giving light to your path ahead. This will remove your fear and anxiety, if you take the time. As you meditate on His Word, you will begin to see how it shapes your thoughts, influences your actions, and brings you closer to God’s purpose for your life. Remember, it is in those quiet moments of reflection that we can truly encounter the depth of His love and wisdom.

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