Yesterday in our gathering we talked with all our MC’s about the two callings of every disciple of Jesus. We are called to Jesus and have a calling in the world where we are sent with Jesus. We simply stated it like this:
Every follower of Jesus is called to continually respond to his grace and called to follow Him on mission.
So why sit in silence and meditate?
Here’s some thoughts for you.
In solitude and silence, disciples intentionally withdraw from the noise and busyness of life to spend time alone with God, seeking His presence, guidance, and experience transformation free from the noise and activity that accompany so much of life. This practice allows us to cultivate a deeper awareness of God's grace and to discern His calling as we navigate life in his world.
During times of solitude and silence, we as disciples can reflect on the grace we have received from God and meditate on Jesus' radical love, grace, and the mystery of the work we’ve been called into from Matthew 9-10. They can also seek clarity and direction from God regarding how they can actively participate in His mission of reconciliation and light in the world.
This isn’t just a one time deal though. By regularly engaging in the spiritual practice of solitude and silence, you can create space to experience intimacy with God, strengthen your understanding of His grace, and align yourself more closely with His mission. This pattern of slowing or ceasing activity often enables us to hear and experience the presence of God in different ways.
Weekly Practice
The invitation for this week is to spend 60 minutes in prayerful contemplation of the Callings Jesus has given you. This may sound counterintuitive but our encouragement is not to do it with your Bible open but be attentive to God’s voice as you reflect on your life, his grace, and the work you’ve been called to in His world.
If you want to process what you hear with someone- reach out to a trusted friend / MC co-laborer!
So set the timer for 60 minutes and enjoy some time with the Father, Son, and Spirit this week.