Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress; I will not be shaken.My salvation and my honor depend on God he is my mighty rock, my refuge.Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.
Psalm 62:5-8
I have always loved looking at the night sky. Even as a young girl I liked the feeling of the evening sky, it always felt like a hug from God to me. During this time of living in a pandemic and social distance, I find comfort in the night sky. Lately my family and I have been driving out to get away from some of the light pollution to see the recent comet and meteor showers. Seeing just a small portion of God’s handiwork is utterly amazing. Looking up at all those stars, is truly comforting to me. Knowing that God created the vastness of that sky and beyond, can bring me peace and allows my soul to rest.
Recently I found this prayer called “Lord it is Night” I have been praying it at night and it creates in me a sense of calm and peace, knowing that God is ultimately in control and that we are a people who live in hope, not fear. I hope this prayer does the same for you.
Lord, it is night. The night is for stillness. Let us be still in the presence of God.
It is night after a long day. What has been done has been done; what has not been done has not been done; let it be.
The night is dark. Let our
fears of the darkness of the world and of our own lives
rest in you.
The night is quiet. Let the
quietness of your peace enfold us, all dear to us,
and all who have no peace.
The night heralds the dawn.
Let us look expectantly to a new day, new joys,
new possibilities.
In your name we pray.
Amen.
Stay safe, stay well and be the hope you wish to see in the world.
Suzanne