Spiritual Space

This week, I have been challenged to make space for God in my life. Giving Him permission to work the way He wants rather than what I am merely willing to accept is a huge step for me. As life changes, I am beginning to recognize that so much of what I had planned for He has changed. Prayers tend to be directed about what I desire rather than listening for what He wants.

God is leading me to quiet green pastures beside still waters where He longs to restore my soul. Funny thing is that is a place within my soul. It isn’t simply a departure from life but a place where my soul resides even in the midst of chaos. This “place” is not in the physical. I definitely have a responsibility to quiet my soul, making space by pulling away for moments of silence with God. But as I return to those quiet places, I may be in a meeting, doing household chores or taking a walk.

Friends, without sounding pink, take some time to sit in silence with God giving Him permission to speak as He desires instead of telling Him what you want. Then after some time of silence, lay your greatest need before Him allowing His light to shine on this challenge you face. Listen to Him. Allow Him to show you what you need to see. Give Him space to speak, move, direct and give you all you need.