Silence

Is there ever a time that there is silence around you?  No TV, no phone, no radio, no kids, no spouse, no people, nothing?  The likelihood of anyone answering yes to that is slim these days.  We are inundated with sound coming from all different things.  The challenge we have with all that noise is there is little quiet time with God.

I was facilitating a bible study today and the question was before us - could you take 24 hours and be in "silence" with God?  Those 24 hours would be filled with scripture and prayer and would not include TV, phone, people, etc.  I think the common feeling around the room was anxiety of just how those 24 hours would go.  How could anyone really fill 24 hours with scripture and prayer?

It is doable and I know people who have done more than 24 hours.  Having noted that, these people didn't just decide to take 24 hours and spend it with God.  They started off with small chunks and worked up to gaining an appreciation for the "silence" that surrounds them during this time.  It actually has become a time that is welcomed.

The question I have for you is what are the obstacles that get in your way of spending time with God?  I'm sure we could all list a number of things; but if we think about them and are aware of them then maybe we can set them aside for short amounts of time and spend that time with our Savior.  Is there anything to lose in trying it?  Really, there is everything to gain.

What do you think...Could you use some silence?


Cheryl