Father, we ask that you help us understand your word through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and open our hearts and minds so that we may incorporate your word and will into our lives for your glory. Please give us peace and comfort in these difficult times. We know you are still in control and will use these difficult times for your good. We ask that you heal and help those in need and who are ill. Forgive us if we interpret your silence as a lack of your love. We know you will answer if we only stay faithful. In Jesus’ name…

– Amen

“This is what the Sovereign Lord, the Holy One of Israel, says: “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength” (Isaiah 30:15)

“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him” (Psalm 27:7)

“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still” (Exodus 14:14)

“Teach me, and I will be quiet; show me where I have been wrong” (Job 6:24)

“If should be your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quit spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight” (1 Peter 3:4)