A Bee, a 5K, and the Call to Be Still

This past week has felt like a whirlwind the kind of week that reminds you just how human you are.

On my way to Bible Study, I got stung by a bee! At night, completely unprovoked and out of nowhere I actually thought it had been some glass. I panicked, of course. But looking back on it I'm just shaking my head, because I should’ve just pulled the stinger out and kept moving. It reminded me of when Paul was bitten by a poisonous snake while spreading the gospel. The villagers were convinced surely he would die. Yet, he simply shook it off and continued on his mission.

That weekend, some coworkers and I ran a 5K. The forecast warned of heavy rain, but fortunately - God held it back until the very end, and it had only sprinkled a bit. I felt strong and, good despite my knee having some issues beforehand. 

But the next day, just as I left work, I felt a twinge in my throat. You know the one. I tried to get ahead of it that night, but by morning it had gotten worse. After feeling so strong beforehand - I now felt weak. I left work early because my body needed what I often avoid giving it: rest. 

And honestly with the blog day coming up - I felt pressure. I like showing up for you all on a schedule. I like having something prepared, something thoughtful, something meaningful. But tonight when I asked God what I should write, one verse kept echoing in my heart:

“Be still, and know that I am God.” - Psalm 46:10

This just serves as a reminder that sometimes He doesn’t ask us to push through, impress, or perform.
Sometimes He just asks us to be still. Even when it feels inconvenient, even when we want to do more...

This week taught me that stillness isn’t a setback.
It’s an instruction. A reminder. A covering.
A gentle way of God saying, “I’m here. You don’t have to strive.”

Prayer:
Lord, help me to be still in the midst of life’s chaos. Teach me to trust Your timing and rest in Your presence, even when I feel pressured to do more than I can. Calm my heart, strengthen my faith, and remind me that You are always in control. May I find peace in knowing that Your plans are perfect, and Your love never fails, in Jesus name I pray amen.