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Sunday, 9 July 2023

Balmy breezes

 

A balmy breeze with a gentle caress rather than a cutting edge: a perfect summer’s afternoon and evening in Scotland today. After a lovely day with family, we took a quiet stroll down the road, watching the swallows swoop and soar at incredible speeds, pausing to chat to some beautiful cows, curiously gathering at the stone dyke to check our progress. The bark of a deer or fox echoed from the nearby woods. The sun was still in our eyes as we turned back towards home, almost half past eight. I love these long summer evenings.

Be still and know that I am God.

I am still hanging with that verse. A sabbath day’s rest gives a person time to be still. Despite the terrible heartbreak of a dear friend’s sudden death this last week, there has also been news to celebrate: a graduation and engagement. Walking through this world, so aware of the awful sadness and tragedies all around, it is so important to be still, and know that He is God.

All will be well. As challenging as it may be, keeping one’s eyes fixed on things above, on the Lord and Creator of the universe, our loving Saviour and holy friend: this keeps the Light shining in the darkness.

Be still and know.

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