— Midweek Meditations:
thoughts, inspiration and encouragement
from ACF community members —
Across the world we now have driverless vehicles. Visibly there is no one in control but in reality, the entire maneuvering is designed and directed by a well set up control system guided of late artificial intelligence. People who travel in those vehicles trust their safety and that they would reach the destination in the stipulated time. If one could trust technology so, how much more should we trust God.
Psalm 46:10 reminds us that amidst all the uncertainties and chaos there is a divine assurance that “God is” and God is in control. Psalm 46 portrays God as a refuge in times of restlessness. As we read it today in times of conflict, stress and turmoil it calls us to be quiet and trust in the provisions of God.
To be still is not passive. But an active reflection of trust. In silence God speaks (1 Kings 19:12). This is what we call the eloquent silence. Instead of being disturbed by the complexities around us we should appropriate the tremendous potential and possibilities of stillness and silence. Silence is powerful, therapeutic and transformative. It helps one understand the power of the presence of God. The very fact of the knowledge of God being present enables one to leave it to God to act. When life’s noises blur our vision, silence opens our inner eyes to discern divine guidance. To be still amidst danger is not weakness. But a bold step of faith knowing fully well that the God the protector and sustainer is in control.
The quieter you become the more you can hear!
The ACF Midweek Meditations
are written by a diverse group of our church members with the intention to seek God’s fingerprints in our lives. They range from somber to humorous and are inspired by all facets of live and faith. Written by ordinary people from all walks of life, they reflect a wide range of Christian backgrounds and spiritualities.
Each week’s text portrays the individual viewpoint of its author. They might not always resonate with everyone, and are not meant to be understood as representing the Anglican Church Freiburg as a whole. Yet, as a church that is aiming to ‘Build a Community of Grace’ we seek to practice learning from and listening to one another.
We pray that these humble ponderings add a small spark of blessing to your week.
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