 Photo by Yan Krukau at Pexels “Down at your feet O Lord, is the most high place.” I have a student who I call my little shadow. She loves to be as close to me as possible at all times. Although it is flattering, she doesn't seem to have a sense of personal space. She is always looking for hugs, and when I read stories, she is right there at my feet. I have to be very careful not to accidentally kick her with my shoes because she is always THAT close. As much as I tell her to back up a bit, she always says, "I just want to be close to you." It is very sweet and sincere. Recently, I had been sick and asked her to keep her distance for her sake. Even then, she said, "I am sick too, so it is okay if we are close." There was certainly no deterring her, that's for sure.  Photo by Gaspar Zaldo at Pexels Her dedication to being as close to the teacher as possible is truly commendable. I want to be more like her, to be honest. I want to learn to sit at the feet of the Great Teacher each day, enjoying His company and just taking it all in as she does. In this world of ours, we are inundated with stress on every side. When we learn to sit in stillness at the feet of our Father, we gain perspective, respite, refreshment for our weary souls, and a love like we have never known. We recharge and get the perspective needed to navigate life’s twists and turns. How do we sit at our Father’s feet? We do so through prayer, reading His word, listening, and meditating. There is so much to learn. Let's come in close and learn from our Father at His feet, taking it all in. It is a beautiful spot to be, and there is always room for one more! Tuck that in your heart today! ❤️ Dear Jesus, Thank you that when this world becomes too much to bear or we just need a friend like no other, we can come and sit at your feet. It is a place of hope, compassion, and comfort. Thank you that you are never too busy to spend time with us and that you truly enjoy our company. We are so blessed to have you as our Heavenly Father and best friend. In Jesus's name, Amen Sending you a virtual hug, Dana
Tags: waiting on God, at His feet, spending time with GodCopyright: © 2025 littlelessonslearnedbydana (Dana Romualdi)
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 Is it just me, or does the world seem to just be getting busier and busier? As the to-do list grows, there seems to just not be enough time or energy to get it all done. Many times, I feel overwhelmed and inadequate when it comes to meeting the daily demands of me. Falling short, time and time again, it is very natural for discouragement to set in at times. With so much to do and so little time, it is very easy to overlook the value of quiet time and the practice of just. being. still. The Bible says in Psalms 46:10, "Be still and know that I am God." Oh, how I need that reminder in our fast-paced society to "be still." Be still and know that I am God means a few things to me. Here's my thoughts. Take a breather Photo by Andrea Piacquadio To be still, we literally have to stop moving. As obvious as that sounds, we cannot quiet our hearts if we do not first quiet ourselves. Newsflash: There is no trophy for getting it all done, and there is no reward for working ourselves to a frenzy. Our jobs and responsibilities are important, but not more important than our peace. It is ok to take a break and be still. It is okay and crucial for our mental health. Do some reading. Take a nap. Listen to a podcast. Linger over a cup of coffee. Take a walk. Read a favourite book. You deserve it. Schedule these times in and treat them like actual appointments. Value these times of stillness. Our lives so easily get out of balance and soul care often gets put on the back burner. Make times of stillness a priority in your life. God has your back Photo by Tara Winstead One of the names for God is Prince of Peace. He wants us to have peace in our lives. The Bible tells of the "peace that passes all understanding" that can be ours when we trust that God already has solutions for our problems. (Philippians 4:7) He is very capable of handling any situation that comes our way. He has the whole world to worry about, yet we are his priority. He is never too busy to hear our concerns and help us when we cry out for help. "Know that I am God" speaks to me that this is our reminder to be aware of who we are partnering with. He is the God of the universe and when it comes to our situations, he literally says I. Got. You. He is the same God he always was, and he will help us in our times of trouble. You can take him at his word and count on him for everything. No one else on earth can give us that guarantee. Invite stillness into your life. You will be a better person for it and the world will benefit as well as a better you will emerge. Tuck that in your heart today. Dear Heavenly Father: Help us to realize that life is all about balance. When we are refreshed we are better for everyone. May we be reminded that you are God and you are always working behind the scenes to help us with our needs and situations. Help us to relax in the knowledge that you have us in the palm of your hand. In Jesus' name, Amen. Sending you a virtual hug, Dana
Tags: quiet time, stillness, be still and know, trust in God, me time, self care, God's got youCopyright: © 2024 littlelessonslearnedbydana/ walkingintheword
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