Learning How to Be Still

“He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.”

— Colossians 1:17 (NIV)

One of the hardest parts of this healing journey has been learning how to be still. If you know me, you know I love to stay active. I wear a Garmin watch and get excited about hitting high step counts and joining step challenges. Having that taken away from me—literally not being able to walk—has been harder than I ever imagined.

And to be honest, I don’t think anyone can fully prepare you for the mental side of surgery recovery. It’s tough physically, yes, but when the house is quiet and my family is gone at work or school, the battle in my mind is even harder.

In those moments, the only real option I’ve had is to lean into the Lord—crying out to Him, resting in His promises, and letting Him meet me in the silence.

One song that has carried me is “Quiet” by Elevation Worship. The lyrics remind me that I am not alone in my healing. God is always near. A few lines that have been my prayer:

"I don’t need to know what comes next

Tomorrow’s in Your hands

I can trust You with my future

Cause You’re already there

I hear Your voice

Call me forward

I know I’m not alone, not alone"

This song has been an anchor on the days when the silence felt heavy. It reminded me that the silence wasn’t empty—God was speaking, holding me together, and fighting battles I couldn’t see.

Being still is one of the hardest spiritual disciplines, especially when life feels out of control. But it’s also one of the most powerful. God isn’t asking us to figure everything out or to strive harder—He’s asking us to rest in Him and let Him fight for us.

If you find yourself in a season of forced stillness—whether through sickness, grief, waiting, or something else—know this: You are not alone. The One who holds all things together is holding you too.

“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
— Exodus 14:14 (NIV)

Lord,
Teach me to be still before You. Quiet my anxious heart and remind me that You are near. When the silence feels heavy, let me hear Your voice speaking peace. Thank You that I am not alone and that You are holding all things together—including me. Help me trust You more deeply each day.
Amen.

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