Unveiled Before The King

 We often tend to get lost in the busyness of life—the loss, grief, loneliness, rejection, competition, jealousy, and all of the things. Busyness slowly becomes a habitual lifestyle, a constant flow from day to day as we try to stay occupied in mind, body, and soul. Over time, busyness becomes the noise we amplify instead of the silence we are meant to embrace. I often wonder why we play gospel music while we scroll. Why do we need constant sound to remain focused on the presence of God? Even while we are in His presence, it seems we are programmed to keep talking. In reality, there are moments when our silence before Him is more effective than speaking anything aloud. It is in those moments that He can minister to us deeply—removing the noise and silencing the perpetual doorbells rung by masquerading intruders: distractions, demands, and unrest. When Jesus comes, silence follows. A peace that surpasses all understanding sweeps through our bones and hovers over our hearts. I...