be still {the newest print in the shop}
Some people find peace in the wilderness. Some find it running or painting or singing or while sitting in a church pew.
I find it at the sea.
It just dawned on me that three of my most favorite places are located on the edge of the ocean.
Amidst the chaos of the everyday, there is something so peaceful about sitting on the shore, watching the waves flow in and out, in and out, in and out. The vastness of the water, the mysteries it holds, the power and beauty, the way it sparkles with the sun and responds to the wind – all of it does something to my soul.
It calms me down. It makes me take a breath. It reminds me of how small I am in the big scheme of things. It kinda forces me to put things into perspective.
Most of all, I am reminded of God’s glorious faithfulness.
The one who created the waters, who holds it all together, who perfectly orchestrates the tide and sustains the underwater world, surely He is worthy of trusting.
God is our shelter and our strength.
When troubles seem near, God is nearer, and He’s ready to help.
So why run and hide?
No fear, no pacing, no biting fingernails.
When the earth spins out of control, we are sure and fearless.
When mountains crumble and the waters run wild, we are sure and fearless.
Even in heavy winds and huge waves,
or as mountains shake, we are sure and fearless.
Come, gaze, fix your eyes on what the Eternal can do.
Amazing, He has worked desolation here on this battlefield, earth.
God can stop wars anywhere in the world.
He can make scrap of all weapons: snap bows, shatter spears,
and burn shields.
“Be still, be calm, see, and understand I am the True God”.
{psalm 46:1-3, 8-10 from The Voice bible}
I need this reminder so much. Every day, it seems.
Be still. And know.
Chill out, Emily. Calm down, take a breath, stop worrying and trying to do it yourself. Remember what He’s done for you, what He promises you, what He says about you.
Be still and know.
So until I go on the next vacation or permanently move to the ocean {wouldn’t that be lovely!} I’ll daily look at this art print and find my soul.
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