Be still and know I Am God…
~~Psalm 46:10
Hello all 🙂 Blogger slacker strikes twice in a week, how bout that?
I’ve had lots of calls and emails this week about things going on in Japan, in the States, in personal and professional lives…lots of stress for people right now. In times of stress–and I realize this is counter-intuitive for some folks–but in times of stress, I think it’s helpful to remember that usually the best thing we can do is get quiet, regroup, get still and just breathe. It is only in the present moment that you can hear the still, small voice whispering in your ear… kind things, loving things, reassuring things, helpful things. That other voice…the one taunting you about mistakes of the past or fears of the future, the one that says you must be perfect, accomplish more in a day, hold on tighter, work harder, run faster and not rest…that is the voice of the oppressor, not the voice of the Divine. In this time of global tragedy, upheaval, turmoil and unrest, I think some deep breaths are in order.
So I was thinking that perhaps a gentle reminder to listen to the still, small Voice might be helpful today. One of my favorite reminders comes from The Vision of Enoch, found in a larger text called the Essene Gospel of Peace. I’ll let the scholars and archeologists and theologians hash out what they believe is true or not true or authentic about the origin or intention of that piece of literature. I’m honestly not concerned about that so much, I’m much more interested in the sweetness of the content. This is one of my favorite prayers and regardless of origin, I think no prayer is ever wasted.
So with that in mind….May you find the Vision of Peace within. May you hear a still, small voice whispering that you are good, that you can rest, that you can know and be known, that you are safe and all is well. If you are so inclined, feel free to share that stillness and rest with others, or at least aspire that they can also experience that level of peace and rest. Be still and know Divine peace and love surround you and dwell within you and that you can trust the process of life. Be gentle with you, have a great day and remember to breathe. And enjoy Enoch! 🙂
THE VISION OF ENOCH
God Speaks to you
I speak to you.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I spoke to you
When you were born.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I spoke to you
At your first sight.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I spoke to you
At your first word.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I spoke to you
At your first thought.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I spoke to you
At your first love.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I spoke to you
At your first song.
Be still
Know I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the grass of the meadows.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the trees of the forests.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the valleys and the hills.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the Holy Mountains.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the rain and the snow.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the waves of the sea.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the dew of the morning.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the peace of the evening.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the splendor of the sun.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the brilliant stars.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the storm and the clouds.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I speak to you
Through the thunder and lightning.
Be still
Know
I am
God
I speak to you
Through the mysterious rainbow.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I will speak to you
When you are alone.
Be still
Know
I am
God
I will speak to you
Through the Wisdom of the Ancients.
Be still
Know
I am
God
I will speak to you
At the end of time.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I will speak to you
When you have seen my Angels.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
I will speak to you
Throughout Eternity.
Be still
Know
I am
God
I speak to you.
Be still
Know
I am
God.
