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Daniel 5:5 Suddenly, they saw the fingers of a human hand writing on the plaster wall of the king’s palace…
Take a few minutes to think about a time when you heard or felt God speaking to you. Perhaps you were on a long prayer walk, a retreat, or maybe even a funeral service for a lost loved one. Wherever it may have been, you distinctly remember experiencing the presence of God.
Now, consider that the very same presence of God is available to you right now, in this very moment. In fact, it is always available to you.
While you may have never seen God communicate with you by having the form of a human hand write on a wall (as in Daniel 5) the story shows that God revealed His presence to a group of people who wanted nothing to do with Him or His ways. Despite this, God still revealed Himself.
Consider this: If God revealed Himself to Belshazzar, how much more could He be revealing Himself to you as His child? The Scriptures teach that nothing can separate you from the love of God – which is His presence, because God is love.
READING & PRAYERS:
DANIEL 5:1-31, ROMANS 8:38-39 (also read the commentary notes in your Study Bible of choice.)
QUESTION: In what ways may God be inviting you to experience His presence in your life today? Even in the mundane?
REAL LIFE PRACTICE: As you pray today, spend an equal amount of time listening to God as you spend talking to God. Perhaps listen even longer. Consider making this a part of your daily practices so you can discern God’s voice more clearly.
Take a Step: Remember to continue utilizing the One Minute Pause app throughout the week. If possible, begin to explore and practice the 3, 5 or 10 minute pause to more deeply root yourself in Christ.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I confess that some days it is easy for me to live my life without giving many thoughts to You. I focus on my to-do list, my errands, my job, and my social media feed more than I think about You, my God. Today is a great reminder that even though I have things to do, You are with me through it all. I can experience your presence anywhere anytime. Thank you for this gift! Amen.
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