We need silence to be alone with God, to speak to him, to listen to him, to ponder his words deep in our hearts. We need to be alone with God in silence to be renewed and transformed. Silence gives us a new outlook on life. In it we are filled with the energy of God himself that makes us do all things with joy. Mother Teresa need silence to be alone with God, to speak to him, to listen to him, to ponder his words deep in our hearts. We need to be alone with God in silence to be renewed and transformed. Silence gives us a new outlook on life. In it we are filled with the energy of God himself that makes us do all things with joy. Mother Teresa
A few years ago, one of my children was spending time getting to know a friend who seemed a possible candidate for a serious relationship. However, when spending time with this precious one, she seemed to be interested only in herself. She talked all the time, spoke of herself all the time, and never engaged anyone else with a question or interest in their lives.
I am a bit shy at heart. I do not easily reveal what is going on inside and honestly, it is rare for someone to take the time to talk to me about what is going on inside of me. I realized then, that I feel closest to those who want to know me personally. One who takes the time to ask my questions that engage my heart, my interests, my dreams--someone who wants to hear from the inner most part of my heart--this is the one I grow to love, because a conversation between two souls will take place.
And so, I realized it must be with God. If anyone had anything to say, it must be Him, all wisdom and truth--and so I realized, I need to go into His presence, not always talking about myself, but to be there to listen, to seek His heart, to know His perspective.
But to do this, I have to stop--the noise, the voices, the people, the responsibilities.
Oh, God, let me hear you today.