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On the Saturday between the sorrow of Jesus’ crucifixion and the celebration of His resurrection, there was silence. Picture the disciples struggling with fear, doubt, and disillusionment in the silence, trying to make sense of all that had transpired. How at ease are you with silence? In the silent seasons of life when it seems as if God is not speaking or moving, how do you respond? Do you find yourself fearful and doubtful, filling your heart and mind with noise and distractions? Or are you able to lean into the silence, trusting that God is still working and moving?

Solitude and silence are considered spiritual disciplines of the Christian faith. They are inseparable partners that enable us to surrender control and learn to trust our Heavenly Father, who sees and knows all. So, let me encourage you to spend time alone with no agenda other than to be still, be quiet, and wait on God in silence.

Silence is difficult for most of us. Set a timer for five minutes, then sit in silence until the timer goes off. After you’ve done that once or twice, gradually increase the time increments until you can sit quietly for 15 minutes. God will meet you in the stillness.