Monday, April 10, 2006
Thoughts On Solitude
Last week I preached on solitude and had lots of responses. Maybe, because of all the noise pollution it’s hard to get quiet and really think deeply. I remember when I began to get truly close to God; I wanted to be quiet. In my start-up days of ministry, it was about "loud" and "enthusiasm." To communicate with people to move them takes one thing--to communicate with God for Him to move us is something "quiet" different.
Everyone who is into prayer is into intercession--good reason! It’s taking our concerns before God’s throne on behalf of others. Solitude is going before God’s throne on behalf of God.
Of all the forms of prayer, I’m convinced solitude is the most eternal form that exists--all others will cease. Our relationship with God will be secure and all our needs will be met in Him, by Him, and for others. What will be left will be intimacy. Solitude--alone with God, just God--not our agenda or lists--just God.
Everyone who is into prayer is into intercession--good reason! It’s taking our concerns before God’s throne on behalf of others. Solitude is going before God’s throne on behalf of God.
Of all the forms of prayer, I’m convinced solitude is the most eternal form that exists--all others will cease. Our relationship with God will be secure and all our needs will be met in Him, by Him, and for others. What will be left will be intimacy. Solitude--alone with God, just God--not our agenda or lists--just God.
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