May 28, 2023: To Sit Before The Lord

"Then King David went in and sat before the Lord..." (1 Ch 17:16 ESV)

So many times, I have done what David did. I went into my secret place and just sat before the Lord. Such a beautiful posture that David takes before the Lord. Such a beautiful place to find rest in. He knew the value of sitting with God. It is a regal picture of the king who knows where his help comes from. It is a powerful picture of David's humility. He knew his place, and he knew he did not deserve it. He was king because God chose him to be king.

In our busy world, many have forgotten the art of 'going in' and 'sitting' before the Lord. Or we rush in to give God our gimme list and run out, hoping He doesn't take long. David and Martha's sister, Mary, (Lk 10:42) knew the value of sitting at the feet of the One who knows all things and whose love and acceptance were life-giving.

What is it like for you to sit at the feet of the Lord? Has it been a while since you were just quiet before Him with no agenda? Maybe it is time for you to go in and sit before the Lord. In that place, David found comfort. In that place, David found answers. In that place, David discovered his relationship with God grew more intimate. What value can be placed on going in and sitting before the Lord