Tuesday, June 14, 2011

a constant calm

God is in the midst of her, she will not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns.
Psalm 46:5

"Will not be moved" - what an inspiring declaration! Is it possible for us who are so easily moved by earthly things to come to a point where nothing can upset or disturb our peace?

When God is at the center of a soul, although disasters may crowd in on all sides and roar like the waves of the sea, there is a constant calm within. The world can neither give nor take away this kind of peace. What is it that causes people to shake like leaves at the first hint of danger? It is simply the lack of God living in their soul, and having the world in their hearts instead.

~R. Leighton