Reflection

“My slowing down, stopping, being still, listening, allows me to hear the microcosm speak – the world of negligible, unnoticed things [in creation]. We don’t need to be world travelers or theologians or philosophers or ecologists in order to see, and hear, the messages of heaven in the earthly creation.” –Luci Shaw

Prayer

God over all,

What an inspiring thought, to know that each of us is already capable of seeing and knowing you just as we should. We don’t need advanced degrees or big bank accounts to grow closer to you. In fact you are already nearer to us than we realize! In everyday encounters with people and things, and often when we least expect it, you make yourself known and touch us with grace. Help each of us become more willing to slow down and be still, and to listen to your voice in the world, especially in the small things we often look over. Amen.

Call to Action

Be gracious to myself today. Take a few moments to stop, be still, and train my attention on something around me.