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Presented by Lisa Bishop
We have been exploring the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives, and we’ll wrap up with a reminder about his presence in your life.
King David wrote Psalm 139 as a prayer and praise to God, acknowledging the Holy Spirit’s personal presence in his life.
Where can I go from your Spirit?
Where can I flee from your presence?
If I go up to the heavens, you are there;
if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.
If I rise on the wings of the dawn,
if I settle on the far side of the sea,
even there your hand will guide me,
your right hand will hold me fast (Psalm 139 7-10).
God was with David in his lowest moments and most magnificent victories. The same is true for you. No matter what, God is always with you, my friend. In your greatest joys and in your seasons of sorrow, disappointment, fear, or despair. In your highest of highs and your darkest moments, the Holy Spirit embraces you, surrounds you on all sides, and covers you. Even in the seasons of waiting where you sense his silence and wonder if he hears you, he does. Don’t let your feelings fool you. God is always near to you. Let that sink in.
If you are in a season of feeling God is silent, don’t fear this time. There have been several times in my life where I have felt like God was silent, times when I desperately wanted an answer or direction. What I needed to be reminded of is that even though God seems silent, he is still present. In those seasons of silence, we need to ask ourselves, “Will I keep pressing on and pursuing Christ and Christ-likeness when life appears stagnant? When I don’t feel like I am progressing in my career, my vocation, in life?”
In those times when we have a hard time sensing his presence perhaps, we are progressing in what is most important, trusting God and becoming more like him, as we wait for the timing of his response to our deepest inquiries and longing for direction.
I’m not sure what circumstances you currently find yourself in, but I pray you not only remember the Holy Spirit is present, but you experience the nearness and companionship of God’s Spirit. Take time right now to acknowledge him and thank him for his closeness, that in this moment he is grasping your hand with kindness, love, and tenderness.
Holy Spirit, we thank you that you are always with us and guiding us. Help us to experience more of you.