Peace, Be Still

As I sit and have my cup of coffee with Jesus I was thinking of a phrase that Jesus said, “PEACE, BE STILL” Mark 4:39. Sometimes people think that self-talk is not good, I think it is essential! Everybody thinks too much and about too many things. When we’re thinking all the time it’s hard to live in the present moment and the words, PEACE, BE STILL need to be repeated. When we are STILL our senses are stronger. We become more aware of the sounds of creation, the smells, and the sights of miracles unfolding every moment. Saint Francis of Assisi learned this in his lifetime. It allowed him to experience God in the city, in the mountains, in creation where ever life took him. Just as Jesus calmed the wind and the sea with the words “PEACE, BE STILL” HE does the same with the worry, anxiety, and oftentimes frustration we experience. Today repeat those words often as you go about your day. Speak to yourself the healing words of Christ,“ PEACE, BE STILL“. Have a blessed day!