shelter

I took a run.

Sometimes I make it through and others I have a time of silence on sunset cliffs.

Today I needed silence.

I kept meditating on the phrase "Be still and know that I am God."

At different times in life we resonate with different aspects of this verse. This proves that the Word is living and working in us.

In my time of solitude the Lord showed  His provision over my life. I was encouraged to stop and take note of the presence of the Lord in my daily life. He is my firm foundation when I awake. I feel the wind, such is the Holy Spirit, we know not which way He works. Just as He provides for the birds of the air, won't He provide for me, His child?

Peace.

And then, just as quickly as it arrived, my mind took over, and peace disappeared. I became overwhelmed with confusion and distress.

"if I just reach out, just for a moment, could everything change? If I just reach out for the hem of His garment, could everything change?"

"he who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty."

Shelter. Protection. Those inside the shelter don't understand all that is outside of it, but are ASSURED of safety.

The clouds rolled in and I found literal shelter in an alcove in the rocks. I could feel the wind, but the warm, less harsh bite. It was the soft reminder of a God that knows what I can handle, and whether i understand or not, He protects me.

Rest.

He changes me.