Eastern Mennonite University

Coming

Turning aside from the events and activity of the daily—
Crossing the threshold into God’s presence

Prayer for crossing the threshold

God,
As I open myself to your presence,
Draw me into listening;
Quiet my soul into being still.
Calm the busy rush in my body into rest,
And help me to see Jesus.

Amen

Silence

Be still.
Open your awareness to God’s presence
Within and all around.
“Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)

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