“He leads me beside still waters.” (Psalm 23:2 ESV)
If you request water at an upscale restaurant, the server will often ask: “sparkling or still”? Some people prefer fizzy water, while others don’t. I prefer my water to be still; carbonated water makes me feel bloated.
The choice between sparkling or still is presented to us daily in a multitude of ways. There is no shortage of effervescent people offering scintillating opportunities. You could easily fill up your life with adventures, distractions, pleasures, and accolades. This can lead to a bloated ego and an inflated sense of self-importance.
While anything that shimmers is seen as exciting, stillness is often confused with dullness. The impulse to pursue flashy things is hard to ignore. Yet, our souls need serenity and rest. Like a shepherd who guides his flock to green pastures and peaceful streams, the Lord communes with us in tranquil spaces. In stillness, we sense His presence, hear His whispers. Our spirit is nourished and refreshed as we listen and yield.
“He gives me new strength. He guides me in the right paths, as he has promised.” (Psalm 23:3 GNT)
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