One of our devotional readings this week was from Psalm 46. I think you know at least part of that one: “Be still and know that I am God;” vs 10. Author, pastor and speaker Skye Jethani* extended my understanding of that verse which I have heard (and sung!) countless times. He seemed to know me when he wrote, "‘Be still’ is often interpreted as a call to simply not panic and trust God.” But he points out that there are other layers in the Hebrew phrase. “The command can also be understood to mean ‘be weak’ or ‘surrender.’The psalmist is inviting us to stop trying to control what is beyond our power and accept that we are too weak to overcome the chaos that is unfolding.... Be still so that you may know I am God."
This reminded Kathy and me of our very first visit to the Cross Cancer Institute at the end of May 2018. We were frightened and nervous. Our first stop was the Admissions Desk. There on the window was this computer printed sign:
It hasn’t been easy for Kathy and I, and we are still learning that if we rid ourselves of any illusion that we are in control, if we accept our weakness and recognize the presence of God, then we begin to see and know and experience God like never before. It is then we receive the gift of being able to keep the faith.
Be still. Surrender. Know you are weak. Hear God’s voice say, “I will be handling all your problems today. I will not need your help. There are things for you to do along this path, but make no mistake, I've got this. So, have a good day.”
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UPDATE: My current treatment continues to provide a good measure of wellness. We have prayed long that I could go into our family gathering and celebration beginning July 21st in a good state of health. God is granting us that gift. #thankful
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