Be Still

Psalm 46:10 "Be still and know that I am God". I am a very high strung, in control planner. This is such a hard verse for me to obey. I do attempt to obey,but I must admit, I could try harder. Be still.....wow, that's a tough one. What does that really mean? I love to go, go, go. The busier the better. But, that's not what God designed us for. We are to take time out, listen to him, have down time with our family, and rest occasionally. I think I'm afraid I'll miss out on something or some big opportunity will pass me by. What if I miss the chance to make a difference? My mind seldom stops. "Know that I am God".....he has our chapters for our lives written out. Our book is finished and yet I question, I worry, I try to take charge of my life. I have heard and read this verse so many times, yet it still does not sink in. Yet, here's the beauty of it all. I had hit a breaking point one morning and I sat on my front porch. I had to go outside, look up, and search for "Him". As I prayed and cried, I asked God to please let me know He hears me. He hears me alright......a hummingbird swoops down and flutters right in front of my face for at least two minutes. I know God sent the hummingbird because it resembled me. A very fast paced, flitting every which way kind of bird. I know the poor bird was as stunned as I was. That's probably the stillest that bird has ever been, and the stillest I've ever been. I want to be still again. I feel that God has some very big changes that are about to happen in several areas in my life. If I'm not still, will I miss them?