I strain my ear to hear it and then it finally comes. What is it? Nothing, absolutely nothing! It is late evening when my family is finally asleep and the house is uncharacteristically quiet. I drink in the “sound” of silence. What a beautiful “sound” it is. It whispers like ocean waves reverberating through a seashell, or like a cool breeze dancing through the trees. It even sings a melody that rocks me to sleep like a lullaby. I wonder why I have often been afraid of this blissful “sound”? It is so peaceful, so reverent… it brings a holy harmony that was drowned out earlier by the noise of the day. It chimes in with my thoughts, and then marches to the beat of my own heart. As it wraps me in a blanket of heavenly bliss, I am amazed at the other “sounds” that blend with perfect unity to create a symphony unlike any other. I hear my heart’s cry, I hear my Lord’s command, I hear my Shepherd’s call. They all blend to lift me to a crescendo of praise that wells up in my heart, but my lips are unable to speak. I stand still in the awe of the sound of silence – for it is in this “sound” that I hear the voice of God. His voice speaks to me with words that cannot be uttered, phrases that man or demon cannot understand – for it is in the silent expressions of the heart that I feel what the angels must’ve felt as John the Revelator received just a taste of heaven’s most beautiful music – silence.
Do not be afraid if you cannot “hear” God speak tonight. Do not dread the moments when it seems life stands still. For it is in “silence” that the most holy presence of God can be found. It is in “silence” where the most perfect love can be felt and it is in “silence” where abiding peace dwells. If you listen closely to “silence” you will hear God “breathe” – yes just like you hear a loved one or a child who lies next to you peacefully sleeping at night. What a comforting “sound” silence is! Listen to its voice tonight! Dance to its song! Enter in to its concert hall. If I am very quiet, I know that I can stay here for awhile without anyone finding me. How amazing! It is my own personal performance given by angels, orchestrated by God. So sing to me “silence”, write your lyrics on my heart and as I lie down to rest, rock me to sleep with your love song one more night…
I used to dread the times when I was alone! Now, I have also learned to embrace those times as a time to reflect and sort through my feelings before I blurt them out to others! Guess You could say that I have learned to enjoy my own company! Love you, girl! Thank you for opening your heart to others! <3:)
ReplyDeleteTanya thank you for taking time to read the post today. I am so glad it blessed you. That whole thing about enjoying your own company just comes with age! I am there myself.... :-) And yes, silence can serve as a "cooling down" period for us to gather our thoughts and gauge our words. As Cathy said to me last night "2 ears 1 mouth!"
ReplyDeleteI, too, didn't enjoy the pleasure of * silence*, but I certainly do now. Quiet & peace are what I almost seek. I like calm now & as little drama as possible. This was so beautifully written, Starla. Thank you for sharing your words as they are so touching & feel as though you can see into other's souls. You know how dear you are to me.. I love you, my sweet friend.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words Judy. As far as seeing into others' souls.... I think we are all kindred spirits in one way or another. We just need to take the time and be willing to be transparent so we can allow others to see us, truly see us deep inside. This is the only way we can make a difference for each other. I love you too my sweet, dear friend.
ReplyDeleteThats beautiful~
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