Stillness is an opportunity to hear the thoughts of the heart. It is the place where all the clutter is wiped away and the true desire of your heart are allow the freedom they deserve.
Our world is surrounded with so much noise. I am constantly reminded of this. Even in our churches, we cannot have those quiet moments—we must have some sort of back ground music playing to “enhance the mood”. Many people are even frightened of stillness, they get anxious and tremble. For some stillness opens up painful thoughts that they haven’t been able to deal with. For others, they are so consumed by the habit of constant noise that they become bored when they are still. We need to learn to be still.
Stillness.
I love to hike. I am always amazed by the hikers that pass me with their earphones in. I understand that some use this as a fitness workout for themselves and that is all they receive from their workout. But they are in the middle of a majestic mountain—nothing but the sound of the wind or a bird or two, and your footsteps. They miss the stillness by being entertained with music.
I have been away on a trip this week. I turned on the TV for no more than a total of 30 minutes the entire week. I was in classes during the day and had good conversation with friends in the evening. At night, it has been still. Today, I have spent the afternoon writing and reading and being still.
When can I do this again?
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