July 5

Tremble, and do not sin; meditate in your heart upon your bed, and be still. Psalm 4:4

Concerning this verse Charles Spurgeon writes, “When we are most retired from the world, then we are most fit to have, and usually have, most communion with God. Every time God communicates himself to the soul, there is a vision of love, or mercy, or power, somewhat of God in his nature, or in his will, is showed unto us.” I have often awoke in the middle of the night to experience this very thing. It is true when we are utterly relaxed from the world that we are the most receptive to God.

These moments with God are valuable for the insights they provide about matters that we face. It is not meant to be a time of worrying about tomorrow, or of making plans on how to react to any problems. But instead it is a time to draw closer to the source of our life—the very nature of God. I find myself asking God to reveal Himself more clearly in the events of the coming day. That is the secret—to learn to see Him at work and to see me as a servant who watches in wonder. There is much to behold if only I can get out of His way.

Father, I have some deep concerns about a brother in Christ. I am prone to lose sleep over it, as if I could do anything to correct the situation. Instead, let me meditate upon Your great life and how You wish to share it. I am available to receive Your thoughts and Your will in this matter. Let me be still so that I may hear Your still, small voice, and I will give You all the praise. Thank You in the name of Jesus. Amen.
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