Painting in the dark

Psalm 62:5-12

For God alone my soul waits in silence, for my hope is from him.

He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken.

On God rests my deliverance and my honor; my mighty rock, my refuge is in God.

Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. Selah

Those of low estate are but a breath, those of high estate are a delusion; in the balances they go up; they are together lighter than a breath.

Put no confidence in extortion, and set no vain hopes on robbery; if riches increase, do not set your heart on them.

Once God has spoken; twice have I heard this: that power belongs to God,

and steadfast love belongs to you, O Lord. For you repay to all according to their work.

     I like to paint walls. I know it is a little unusual, but I have met others like me. Some might hate the process, but I have found it to be a bit like meditation. The rhythm and movement of the brush or roller, the refilling and the swiping to control drips or spills, the motion on the wall...Once the basic steps are learned, you repeat them over and over again. The repetition
builds a resetting and loosening for my mind and spirit. So much so, that I really get to thinking and clearing my busy thoughts. One time, I found myself painting in the evening. Kerry came in to find me finishing a wall section in twilight. She asked me if I was really painting in the dark. I defensively said that I was near a window, so it was okay. The reality was that I had lost track of time and awareness of light! This is the goal for entering into spiritual waiting with God. Silence can be relative, it is about the fading away of distractions. There in those thin times, God alone is present and prayer unwinds in rich conversation and flow of thought and inspiration. 

God, you alone are our God. To you alone may my spirit yield. To you alone, turn my thoughts and concerns. I praise you for your relevance in my life. There is no place without you. I am thankful for times to find rest in you. Bless, I pray, all those who are restless and searching. Comfort and heal all those who are in pain or sickness...I praise you for those you have helped. Lead me in your generous and grateful way. Teach me your Love. In Christ Jesus, I pray. Amen.