Dear brothers and sisters, let us reflect on the importance of being quiet and still in our lives. In today’s fast-paced world, it is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle, forgetting the divine importance of taking a moment to pause. The Bible teaches us the value of being still and quiet, and these lessons are more relevant today than ever.
Being quiet and still is not just about physical silence but also about finding inner peace. When we still our minds and hearts, we create space to hear God’s voice. In moments of silence, we can feel His presence more profoundly. It is in these quiet times that God often speaks to us, providing guidance, comfort, and wisdom.
Consider the story of Elijah. He did not find God in the mighty wind, the earthquake, or the fire. Instead, he heard God’s voice in a gentle whisper. This teaches us that sometimes, it is in the quiet moments that we truly encounter God’s presence. When we are still, we can hear that gentle whisper guiding us.
Another example is Jesus Himself. He often withdrew to solitary places to pray and be alone with God. Despite the demands of His ministry, He understood the necessity of quietness and stillness. By following His example, we can find strength and renewal in our own lives.
In our quiet moments, we can also reflect on the greatness of God. When we cease our striving and simply be still, we acknowledge that He is in control. This act of surrender deepens our faith and trust in Him. It reminds us that, no matter what we face, God is with us and will never forsake us.
Dear friends, embracing moments of quiet and stillness is a practice that can transform our spiritual lives. Let us make it a priority to find time each day to be still before the Lord. In doing so, we open our hearts to His guidance and allow His peace to fill us.
Dear friends, now let’s see the Bible scriptures below that talk about being quiet and still.
“The Lord shall fight for you, ye shall hold your peace”
— Exodus 14:14
“He said, My presence shall go with thee, I will give thee rest”
— Exodus 33:14
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee”
— Isaiah 26:3
“For thus saith the Lord God , the Holy One of Israel; In returning rest shall ye be saved; in quietness in confidence shall be your strength: ye would not”
— Isaiah 30:15
“The work of righteousness shall be peace; the effect of righteousness quietness assurance for ever”
— Isaiah 32:17
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, not be weary; they shall walk, not faint”
— Isaiah 40:31
“Keep silence before me, O islands; let the people renew their strength: let them come near; then let them speak: let us come near together to judgment”
— Isaiah 41:1
“Say unto him, Take heed, be quiet; fear not, neither be fainthearted for the two tails of these smoking firebrands, for the fierce anger of Rezin with Syria, of the son of Remaliah”
— Isaiah 7:4
“It is good that a man should both hope quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord”
— Lamentations 3:26
“He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still”
— Psalm 107:29
“Return unto thy rest, O my soul; for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee”
— Psalm 116:7
“Surely I have behaved quieted myself, as a child that is weaned of his mother: my soul is even as a weaned child”
— Psalm 131:2
“He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters”
— Psalm 23:2
“Wait on the Lord : be of good courage, he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord”
— Psalm 27:14
“Rest in the Lord , wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass”
— Psalm 37:7
“Stand in awe, sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, be still. Selah”
— Psalm 4:4
“My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him”
— Psalm 62:5
“Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Selah”
— Psalm 68:19
“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty”
— Psalm 91:1
“That thou mayest give him rest from the days of adversity, until the pit be digged for the wicked”
— Psalm 94:13
“Hold thy peace at the presence of the Lord God : for the day of the Lord is at hand: for the Lord hath prepared a sacrifice, he hath bid his guests”
— Zephaniah 1:7
“But the Lord is in his holy temple: let all the earth keep silence before him”
— Habakkuk 2:20
“A time to rend, a time to sew; a time to keep silence, a time to speak”
— Ecclesiastes 3:7
“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger”
— Proverbs 15:1
“He that hath knowledge spareth his words: a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit”
— Proverbs 17:27
“He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly shame unto him”
— Proverbs 18:13
“A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards”
— Proverbs 29:11
“Come unto me, all ye that labour are heavy laden, I will give you restTake my yoke upon you, learn of me; for I am meek lowly in heart: ye shall find rest unto your soulsFor my yoke is easy, my burden is light”
— Matthew 11:28-30
“He said unto them, Come ye yourselves apart into a desert place, rest a while: for there were many coming going, they had no leisure so much as to eat”
— Mark 6:31
“She had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus’ feet, heard his word”
— Luke 10:39
“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath”
— James 1:19
“The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts minds through Christ Jesus”
— Philippians 4:7
“When he giveth quietness, who then can make trouble? when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? whether it be done against a nation, or against a man only”
— Job 34:29
“Teach me, I will hold my tongue: cause me to understand wherein I have erred”
— Job 6:24
“Be silent, O all flesh, before the Lord : for he is raised up out of his holy habitation”
— Zechariah 2:13
“Therefore I will look unto the Lord ; I will wait for the God of my salvation: my God will hear me”
— Micah 7:7
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid”
— John 14:27
“O thou sword of the Lord , how long will it be ere thou be quiet? put up thyself into thy scabbard, rest, be still”
— Jeremiah 47:6
“Let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; be ye thankful”
— Colossians 3:15
“The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; he knoweth them that trust in him”
— Nahum 1:7
“For we which have believed do enter into rest, as he said, As I have sworn in my wrath, if they shall enter into my rest: although the works were finished from the foundation of the world”
— Hebrews 4:3