In Stillness of Soul by Andrew Murray
Andrew Murray: Abide In Christ
Chapter 18–IN STILLNESS OF SOUL
“In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and confidence shall be your strength.”– Isaiah 30:15
“Be silent to the Lord, and wait patiently for him.”– Ps.37:7 (marg.)
“Truly my soul is silent unto God.” Ps.62:1 (marg.)
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THERE is a view of the Christian life that regards it as a sort of partnership, in which God and man have each to do their part. It admits that it is but little that man can do, and that little defiled with sin; still he must do his utmost–then only can he expect God to do His part. To those who think thus, it is extremely difficult to understand what Scripture means when it speaks of our being still and doing nothing, of our resting and waiting to see the salvation of God.
Lately I have been practicing one of my meditation sessions a little differently. Generally I try to meditate twice a day, one guided meditation (usually one of my Cds) and then a Centering Prayer meditation (a silent meditation using a sacred word to anchor my mind). There are many benefits to meditation and meditating on God and His word. I believe one of the most important reasons is to quiet our mind so we can hear and build relationship with God on a spiritual level. I enjoy both types because they provide me with different experiences and results.
