Psalm 46:10 (NIV) says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” The message of Psalm 46 has always been current information. The very week I’m writing this, it still speaks with authority and brings comfort, hope and encouragement. Whatever swirls around us, we can remain confident because Jesus Christ has already won the victory. “Be Still” is a brief but powerful exhortation — and promise. Enjoy the song video, then come back as we blow “loneliness” to smithereens — with all due respect 😁.
It’s not all about me
Quick. Make a list of all the things Christians are supposed to be and do. Read the Bible, pray, love, be kind … patient … long-suffering … serve others … witness … watch your mouth … edify … forgive — ALL this and much, much more. No end of sermons can, are (and probably SHOULD be) preached on what we need to be thinking and doing. Amen?
The first and great commandment
A lawyer asked Jesus “which is the great commandment in the law?” “Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'” What a wonderful truth!
God first. There’s plenty given for us to do, but through it all we need to remember this is God’s place we are living in. Our eyes and hearts are fixed on Him from whom we get our purpose and provision. Psalm 46 is timeless — and timely. Read it and notice how much God does and notice (in bold letters, below) what we are given to do. Clearly, the Lord is doing all the heavy lifting in Psalm 46. Hallelujah!
Psalm 46
God is our refuge and strength,
A very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear,
Even though the earth be removed,
And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;
Though its waters roar and be troubled,
Though the mountains shake with its swelling. Selah
There is a river whose streams shall make glad the city of God,
The holy place of the tabernacle of the Most High.
God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved;
God shall help her, just at the break of dawn.
The nations raged, the kingdoms were moved;
He uttered His voice, the earth melted.
The Lord of hosts is with us;
The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah
Come, behold the works of the Lord,
Who has made desolations in the earth.
He makes wars cease to the end of the earth;
He breaks the bow and cuts the spear in two;
He burns the chariot in the fire.
Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth!
Deliverance has history
Remember the children of Israel? Behind them, Pharaoh’s chariots and slavery. In front of them, the Red Sea. Above them, God Almighty. With them, God’s prophet Moses saying “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever.”
We know what followed. What huge deliverance for God’s people! What awesome and sudden destruction of the enemy!
There are seasons when evil seems to be winning and there is nothing more we can do. God sees and His hand is not shortened. God says “ENOUGH!” and seas part. Are we in such a time? As we continue to do ALL WE CAN for God, what a joy, what a comfort, what a CHARGE to us to remember we are NOT IN THIS ALONE. Remember — “be still and know that I am God”! We’ve read the book. Evil does not win, and we have reason and confidence to believe it can end suddenly in our day and time, too.
Can we say AMEN?!?
God bless you lots!
-Dale R.
Ps.
A little, practical suggestion. Try some “still” time this week. How about one day, spend 15 minutes in quiet. Later the same week, do 30 minutes. Two quiet times in one week. Electronics off. Music off. Quiet. Away from phone, chores, obligations. Maybe a nature walk? A public library? A park bench? Get in touch with God. Visit awhile. Ask Him things and see how He impresses your awareness with answers. Ask the Lord how you can get better at liking yourself, at seeing yourself the way He does. Spend some time exploring how to be still. 🌄
LYRICS: Be Still
Be still and know that I am God.
Be still and know that I am God.
My children look to Me;
My peace I leave with thee.
Be still and know that I am God.
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First posted December 23, 2020. Revised article posted July 13, 2023.
Keeping it simple. Always helps us greatly. Focus, on each moment. Praise the Father 4 his simplicity. Thanks Dale, 1-der-full reminder. Be still….🎼 Then know.
Paul, your note is 2 wonderful. Thanks 4 sharing! God bless you lots — Dale R.
Good evening Mr Dale, ..,……. hope all is well with u and Cathy, BE STILL AND KNOW THAT HE IS GOD, SOMETIMES IT TAKES OUR MIND YEARS ,TO PENETRATE, WHAT OUR FATHER GOD, THROUGH OUR FATHER JESUS, THROUGH OUR FATHER HOLY SPIRIT, HAS SAT RIGHT BEFORE OUR EYES, I GUESS THAT’S GROWING UP IN HIM, I Really didn’t realize how short the song was that u sang, but u know what, it tells all, “BEING STILL AND MEDITATING ON WHO OUR HEAVENLY FATHER GOD TRULY IS…. Rereading your sermon helps point out WHO OUR MASTER IS ….HE IS OUR EVERYTHING AND HE HAS DONE IT ALL, ….and yes. . .All we have to do is “BE STILL AND KNOW THAT HE IS GOD AND GOD ALONE,…AND HE HAS ALL READY DONE IT ALL, IT ALL WRITTEN IN THE BOOK OF Remembrance…TAKE MY YOKE UPON U AND BE STILL AND LEARN OF ME. . Thanks for Reposting your song and sermon, SEEING THROUGH THE EYES OF OUR FATHER JESUS, AND SITTING AT HIS FEET STEP AND LEARNING OF HIM ..WHAT AN AMAZING HEADING.. “BE STILL AND KNOW, THAT HE IS GOD “. ,.THIS SERMON COULDN’T HAVE RESURFACE AT A BETTER TIME ,TIMING IS EVERYTHING…… THANKS AGAIN FOR CARING AND SHARING, u truly teach deep and sang from the heart, u and Cathy still have lots to do, just keep on keeping on and keep your eyes on THE MOST HIGH …. much blessings to u both,… love ❤️ and blessings 🙏
Hi Julia. I agree, this is the kind of song that helps folks “grow up in Him”. So thankful for songs like this! Thank YOU for your note. God bless you lots — Dale R.
Timely scripture – wonderful song! Thanks for reminding us that hurrying and being busy gets us no brownie points with God!
Cathy, thanks for your note. It is such a simple song, small enough to carry with us wherever we go. God bless you lots! – D
Good afternoon Mr Dale, AWESOME, YES LOVE ? OUR FATHER WITH ALL OF OUR HEART ,MIND, BODY AND SOUL, THAT’S THE MOST AWESOMEST AND MOST GLORIFYING COMMANDMENTS IN THIS UNIVERSE, AND TO LOVE ? OUR NEIGHBORS AS OUS SELF, BECAUSE IT’S NOT ABOUT WHO WE ARE ,BUT ABOUT WHO HE IS, BE STILL AND KNOW THAT HE IS GOD, STAND STILL AND SEE THE SALVATION OF THE LORD…U HIT THE NAIL ON THE HEAD..THOSE ARE SOME POWERFUL WORDS….WE MUST LOVE ? EACH OTHER AND NOT JUDGED EACH OTHERS, BECAUSE OUR FATHER JESUS HAS ALL IN HIS HANDS…HE AND HE ALONE IS TO BE HONORED AND GLORIFYIED..WISHING U AND YOUR FAMILY ?…… A MERRY XMAS. , FULL OF LOVE ? ? AND JOY AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Hi Julia. Thanks for your note. I appreciate what you add to these pages! Hope your Christmas and New Year were wonderful. – D