“Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter any thing before God: for God is in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few” (Ecclesiastes 5:2).
There is a time to speak, and there is a time to be silent.
When you come before God, do not rush to speak. Do not allow your emotions to make promises that your heart cannot keep. Do not speak carelessly in the presence of the One who knows the deepest thoughts and intentions of your heart.
He is the Creator; we are His creation. He is Almighty; we are dependent upon Him. He sees what we cannot see, knows what we cannot know, and understands what is hidden even from ourselves.
Sometimes we speak too much when God is asking us to listen.
We bring God our plans, our demands, our explanations, our promises and our questions, but forget to become still and hear His voice.
Prayer is not merely speaking to God. Prayer is also waiting before God.
Your greatest prayer may be nothing more than silence before Him.
Be quiet and silent, and allow God to speak.
God does not need many words. He desires a sincere heart.
A few words spoken with truth are more precious than many words spoken without understanding.
When you stand before God, remember:
He hears every word. He sees every motive.
He knows every thought. He examines every heart. So speak carefully. And when you have nothing worthy to say, be still.
Sometimes silence is not the absence of prayer.
Silence is surrender.
For God is in heaven, and you are upon the earth. Be still before Him. Listen for His voice.
Trust His wisdom. And let your life speak louder than your words.
“Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10).
