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Quietude June 25th, 2017

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Isaiah 26.3 was my mom’s life verse from the Old Testament and there’s no question it’s a good one, yet because of verse three I never paid too much attention to the “rest of the story” or chapter. Keeping scripture in context is key to proper understanding. The whole chapter is referring to Zion, the eternal city. One of the earliest references to “the after life” is found in verse 19 of the same chapter. It’s a chapter rich in information and truth for today.

Verse 3…He will keep in perfect peace the mind that remains focused on Him.

Verse 7…He is a God who does right and makes smooth the road of the righteous.

And, today’s scripture proves that obeying always far outweighs sacrifice in the pleasing God department.

Here are the questions to ponder on this our day of quietude:

Is my heart’s desire to glorify God or promote myself?

Do I earnestly seek God in every part of my day, night, and life?

And, to this I say, “Selah. Stop and think about it.”

xo

The quiet hour of prayer is one of the most favorable opportunities He has in which to speak to us seriously. In quietude and solitude before the face of God our souls can hear better than at any other time. O.Hallesby
When He gives quietness, who then can make trouble? Job 34.29

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  2. I’ve recently tried to start praying the Divine Hours. It fits perfectly with this: “And, to this I say, “Selah. Stop and think about it.” Thanks for the encouragement, Susan.

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  8. Is. 26:3 is one of the first verses I can remember actually “claiming” and as a young teen and asking God to deliver on it. He did. He still does. So thankful for His ability to “keep my mind” when it needs keeping.

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