As I begin the day, I am bathed in the gentle presence of the Holy. This came during my devotion time this morning, in which I stepped through a portal into the Word. I wasn’t just reading it; I was invited to observe as well—seeing and wondering, praising and surrendering. And now here I am, lost in the midst of Holy’s presence. I am in wonder and awe, the peace resting on me, a peace so real that nothing else comes near.
Moments like this are to be cherished more than the finest gold. Moments like this will never vanish from our spirit and heart. They are YHVH’s way of saying, “I see you. I love you. I believe in you.” And that leaves me with a big question: How can I then not believe in myself?
His grace is sufficient. That is all we need to know, no matter what life brings. His grace, once received, is all we need.
Teach me your way, O LORD, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. Psalm 86:11
Is life any more complicated than this?
Teach me, O LORD, because I desire Your wisdom and understanding, and to be taught. My heart is tender toward You. I am teachable.
Let me know and understand Your truth. I have had enough of man’s truth—enough to make me thirst with a parched soul for Yours. LORD, reveal Your truth to this poor one who humbles himself at Your feet, and give me the strength not just to know but to do: to walk in and to speak out what is true.
LORD, unite my divided heart that seeks You while at the same time desiring what the world offers. Even its best is perverted in Your sight and will be no more in Your Great Day. Reveal to me what I must lay down and what I must take up. Make my heart one in itself and one with Yours.
Your name, LORD, is the name I worship and adore. Your truth is the way I seek. Your heart is my pursuit. Bless me with Your favor in these things, that I may have the presence to recognize and seize each gift from Your hand in its time.
Amen.
Before you move on, take a moment with Psalm 86:11. Pray it slowly. Let it shape your steps today.
Shalom