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A clenched fist cannot receive anything. It can hold what it already has, defend what it fears losing, and exhaust itself in the effort — but it cannot open without a decision to stop gripping. The hand was designed for both. Most of us have forgotten the second one. What have you been holding so long you’ve stopped noticing the tension?
The Lord Will Fight — “The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” (Exodus 14:14 ESV) Where are you fighting a battle that you need to hand back to God?
Satisfied Soul — “For he satisfies the longing soul, and the hungry soul he fills with good things.” (Psalm 107:9 ESV) What longing in you have you been trying to satisfy on your own that only God can fill?
Spiritual Move: Sleep — Surrendering daily to the vulnerability of sleep is a picture of trust and reliance on God’s protection and care, trusting we will rise again. “In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.” (Psalm 4:8 ESV)