Be still, and know that I am God
Good morning brethren, I would like to write on the scriptural verse: “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10). In a world filled with noise, fear, pressure, and uncertainty, God calls believers to be still before Him. Being still means calming our hearts, trusting God completely, and believing that He is in control even when situations seem difficult. In other words, God wants us to surrender our worries to Him. When we are still in God’s presence, we begin to recognise His power, His faithfulness, and His guidance. This verse is not merely an invitation to relax, but a command from God to stop panicking, stop depending solely on human strength, and recognise His sovereignty, power, and presence. The Psalmist wrote this verse during times of trouble, war, uncertainty, and fear. Yet, in the midst of all these, God spoke peace. What does the phrase “be still” mean? It means to let go, surrender control, quiet the soul, and trust completely. Simply put, God is telling us to stop fighting battles in our own strength and trust Him because He is still in control.
The Psalm describes earthquakes, mountains shaking, waters roaring, and nations in turmoil. Despite these situations, the Psalmist declares in verse 1: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Beloved, trouble may come and nations may shake, but God remains faithful and unshaken. For example, Moses and the Israelites were trapped at the Red Sea — the sea before them and Pharaoh’s army behind them. The people panicked, but Moses told them to stand still and trust God: “Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord.” (Exodus 14:13). God parted the Red Sea and delivered them miraculously. Beloved brethren, if you feel trapped financially, emotionally, or spiritually, with bills increasing, relationships failing, or challenges surrounding you, do not panic or despair. God says, “Trust Me. I can make a way where there is no way.” Another example is the story of King Jehoshaphat. He faced a massive enemy army, but instead of trusting in military strength, he prayed and sought God. In 2 Chronicles 20:17, the Bible says: “Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the Lord.” God caused the enemy armies to destroy each other. Are you facing workplace attacks, false accusations, or family conflicts? God is telling you to be still and trust in Him. The example of Jesus calming the storm also stands out in this teaching. We read how the disciples were terrified during a violent storm while Jesus slept peacefully. Mark 4:39 says: “And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still.” Jesus spoke peace, and the storm stopped immediately. Today’s storms may include anxiety, depression, health challenges, financial burdens, and uncertainty. Be encouraged that Jesus still has authority over every storm. The second part of this verse says: “and know that I Am God.” To know God, means to recognise His authority, trust His character, acknowledge His faithfulness, and believe His promises. Stillness combined with trust produces peace. It is important to understand that God’s call for believers to be still helps break us loose from the grip of fear. God wants to fight for us: “The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.” (Exodus 14:14). Stillness and waiting upon God build faith, patience, dependence on Him, and spiritual maturity. Isaiah 40:31 reminds us that those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. Here are a few practical ways to remain still before God: Observe quiet time with God. Turn off distractions and pray. Philippians 4:6 says: “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication… let your requests be made known unto God.” Practice meditation on God’s Word. Isaiah 26:3 says: “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee.” Reading Scripture calms the heart and strengthens faith. Worship God continually. If you are facing challenges, practice praise and worship. Praise shifts our focus from problems to God’s greatness. As I round up, remember that nothing surprises God because He is sovereign. He is with us even through difficult trials. No storm, enemy, or problem is greater than Him. We serve a mighty God — He parted the Red Sea, shut the mouths of lions, calmed storms, and raised the dead.
In conclusion, let us learn to cast our burdens upon the Lord and trust in Him with all our hearts (Psalm 55:22; Proverbs 3:5). May you learn to rest in God’s presence, trust His timing, and experience the peace that comes from knowing that He is God, in Jesus name. Amen. Service is at 10:30am and worker’s meeting is at 10:00am. God’s blessings - Mike