Bible Verse of The Day – 6-19-23

Luke 5:16 (NKJV) 16 So He Himself often withdrew into the wilderness and prayed.

Life can get noisy. So many things constantly barrage our ears with sounds. After a while it can get frustrating, and these noises can become a huge distraction if we let them.

Smartphones are constantly alerting us with notifications.

Microwave ovens beep to let us know when something is finished heating up. And if we don’t get to it within seconds, it will beep again and again.

Washing machines and dryers beep or buzz to let us know when the laundry is finished.

Televisions spew a constant stream of noise; voices, sound effects, music and more.

People can be noisy too; constant chatter that can wear on us over time if we don’t get a reprieve from it.

Jesus frequently took time away from everyone to go and spend time with His Father.

He knew and understood the importance of doing this, and He set the perfect example for His disciples, and for us centuries later.

How often do we do this? When do we break away from everything, and everyone, to spend time communing with our heavenly Father, with no noises, no interruptions and no disturbances?

We are all different. Our situations and circumstances are unique. But it’s still critical that we heed the instruction and the example of Jesus, making sure we set aside the time to break away from the constant chatter so we can hear God and share our heart with Him.

With our lives so busy, it might seem impossible for some of us to even think about doing this. But it isn’t optional if we hope to grow as believers and learn how to hear God accurately.

So, make today the day we start. Make today the day that we do whatever it takes to “withdraw” to a quiet place to pray and spend time with our Father.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
49 N Lamplighters Walk
Hampstead, NC 28443

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