Silence
Good morning, brethren, I would like to share on the topic “SILENCE.” I intend to write on this sensitive topic in parts. Starting with this first Part “The definition of silence, the power of silence and how it enhances your success.” What is silence? Silence is the absence of sound, speech, or noise. It may also refer to physical quietness or an inner stillness of the mind and heart. Silence in the Bible is not merely the lack of words, but it is often a spiritual posture of humility, waiting, and attentiveness before God. From Scripture, silence can represent reverence before God, wisdom and self-control, reflection and prayer and God’s own mysterious presence or response. Just to add that we live in a world filled with noise, opinions, and constant activity, unfortunately silence is often undervalued. Yet, throughout Scripture, silence is portrayed as a place of strength, wisdom, and divine revelation. Silence is not the absence of sound but it is the presence of spiritual focus. It positions us to hear from God, make wise decisions, and act with divine precision rather than emotional reaction (Habakkuk 2:20). How does silence enhance our success? Silence can give you the opportunity to hear from God, when you quiet our minds and hearts, you create space to hear the still, small voice of God. Our typical example is in Luke 5:16, we read on how Jesus often withdrew to solitary places to pray. It was in those quiet moments that He received strength and clarity for His next steps. If the Son of God needed silence to stay aligned with the Father’s will, how much more do we? In moments of silence, God reveals His wisdom and direction, unfortunately many people misses their divine instruction because they operate a too busy or noisy kind of lifestyle.
Success in life and ministry often depends not on doing more, but on listening better. Silence can help you build wisdom and restraint, silence helps us avoid speaking in haste, which can destroy relationships and opportunities. A wise person learns when to speak and when to remain silent. Proverbs 17:27 says “He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.” And Proverbs 17:28 says “Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise.” Example is how Jesus remained silent before His accusers (Matthew 26:63). His silence demonstrated power, self-control, and fulfilment of prophecy (Isaiah 53:7). It teaches us that silence is not weakness but it is strength under control. Silence allows reflection, and reflection produces wisdom. Success requires discipline of the tongue, and silence is the training ground for that discipline. Also silence brings mental clarity and spiritual peace, enabling us to make sound decisions, most times our failures comes from confusion and stress. Psalm 46:10 says “Be still, and know that I Am God.” It is evidence that stillness invites divine assurance because in silence, God reveals that He is in control. For true success flows from a peaceful heart, not a restless one, when we stop panicking and start trusting, miracles manifest. Silence is also a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare, silence allows God to vindicate us. Isaiah 30:15 says “In quietness and in confidence shall be your strength.”
When we refuse to engage in unnecessary conflicts, we conserve spiritual energy for purposeful action. Exodus 14:14 says “The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.” Success requires focus, and silence protects focus from being scattered by distractions. A very important secret is the fact that God often prepares us in silence, that silence represents expectation and preparation. Success sometimes grows in quiet seasons when it seems nothing is happening and great moves of God are often birthed in seasons of silence. In conclusion silence is not emptiness because it is full of divine potential, in fact the most successful people in Scripture and life are those who knew when to be silent and when to speak with purpose. Service is for 10.30am and workers meeting is for 10am. God’s blessings - Mike