But I am becoming more and more aware that the most productive thing I can do in my day comes out of being still.
It's a very confusing thought and is still working its way through my heart and mind. It just seems to be so counterproductive.
We all know what it means to be productive. The dictionary definition is: having the power of producing, generating, creating. In other words "get busy and make something happen!" Being productive is a very active action and requires a lot of energy. Our world is a huge advocate for being productive. We are constantly being pushed to DO more. And while I think there is a very real place and purpose and need for christians to be productive, this pursuit is void without stillness.
Psalm 46:10 says
"Be still and know that I am God."
For many people in this world the idea of "stillness" is a foreign thought. Stillness is for the weak, uninspired, lazy or dare I say "counterproductive". One of the most scary things for a productive person is the thought of putting energy into something that could ultimately be counterproductive.
But I would challenge each of us to be a little "counterproductive" every day. Yes, being still in God's presence will end up being the MOST productive thing you do every day. It requires very little energy to sit in God's sweet presence and thank Him, talk to Him, WORSHIP him. It is one of the MOST refreshing and life giving things. Bringing peace, insight, strength, revelation, healing and so much more.
All through stillness; I love it!
Let's take time each day to break from all our productivity to do the most productive action of being still before God. If this is new for you, this may be different from anything you have ever done before. It can be one minute or an hour, but I promise you will want more of it! :) You can do this through prayer, journaling, or putting on good worship music.
I have been a little in love with this song. I have looked it up the past couple of days and sit still in worship. What great strength comes from recognizing God for who He is.
Have a very blessed day!!
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