Psalm 46:10 (KJV) Be still, and know that I 
am God:  

Psalm 46:10 (NLT) Be silent, and know that I 
am God! 

INTRODUCTION

Christ Speaks in Quietness. Everyone needs 
to have a personal experience in obtaining a 
knowledge of the will of God. We must individually 
hear Him speaking to the heart. When every other 
voice is hushed, and in quietness we wait before 
Him, the silence of the soul makes more distinct 
the voice of God. DA 363  

COMMENTARY PEARL

   An intensity such as never before was 
seen is taking possession of the world. In 
amusement, in moneymaking, in the contest for power, in 
the very struggle for existence, there is a 
terrible force that engrosses body and mind and soul. 
In the midst of this maddening rush, God is 
speaking. He bids us come apart and commune with Him. 
"Be still, and know that I am God." Psalm 46:10. 
  
   Many, even in their seasons of devotion, 
fail of receiving the blessing of real communion 
with God. They are in too great haste. With 
hurried steps they press through the circle of 
Christ's loving presence, pausing perhaps a moment 
within the sacred precincts, but not waiting for 
counsel. They have no time to remain with the divine 
Teacher. With their burdens they return to their 
work. 
   These workers can never attain the 
highest success until they learn the secret of 
strength. They must give themselves time to think, to 
pray, to wait upon God for a renewal of physical, 
mental, and spiritual power. They need the uplifting 
influence of His Spirit. Receiving this, they will be 
quickened by fresh life. The wearied frame and tired 
brain will be refreshed, the burdened heart will 
be lightened... Not a pause for a moment in His 
presence, but personal contact with Christ, to sit 
down in companionship with Him - this is our 
need.  ED260-261 

ILLUSTRATION

   I'm a teacher at a small private school 
where elementary, junior high, and high school 
kids and staff meet in separate buildings on one 
campus. Every morning, after I put my belongings in 
my classroom, I grab my coffee cup and make the 
long walk across campus to the main building 
where the industrial coffee machine is located. No 
matter how early I arrive, I'm always in a rush to 
get back to my classroom so I can tie up loose 
ends before the first bell rings. 
   I often cross paths with other teachers, 
and over time I noticed a significant difference 
between another teacher and me. When Jenny walks her 
daughter to class each morning, she never seems to be 
in a rush. While my walk seems underscored by 
trumpets and cymbals from a fast-tempo, 
action-adventure soundtrack, hers seems better suited to the 
calm, soothing sounds of a cello. Her arms don't 
flail about. Her heels don't click like the keys 
of a 1950s typewriter. She simply strolls. 
   Her peaceful, unhurried demeanor inspired 
me. I decided to intentionally slow down and use 
my morning coffee runs as time alone with 
Jesus. Now as I walk, I ask Him to prepare my heart 
for the day ahead and to help me love my 
students well. I have found that the slower I walk as 
I pray, the more peaceful and settled my heart 
feels. Emily E. Ryan 
   Faith Step: Take a walk today without 
counting your steps, listening to music, or trying to 
be home by a certain time. As you stroll, talk 
to Jesus about the small details of your day. 
Don't rush while you pray. [Mornings With Jesus 
2023 Devotional by Guideposts and Zondervan] 

LINKS FOR FURTHER STUDY 

Psalm 46:10 - Being Still to Know God.

http://www.abible.com/devotions/2022/20220525-0928.html 

http://www.abible.com/devotions/2020/20200913-1227.html 

http://www.abible.com/devotions/2016/20160427-2014.html 

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