More Than I Know

I stood at the edge of the rock, mesmerized by the lake. I could see so clearly the bark and rock-covered ground through ten feet of perfectly calm water. Stillness.

All of a sudden, I felt a rush of wind. I glanced up. White-capped waves rolled in my direction, leaving a dividing line between calm and tumultuous water.

There had been no clouds rolling in or other observable changes. And, yet, the wind whipped around the rock point, agitating the dock as it crashed against the water. It all happened within seconds. Powerful.

It's the character of Lake Harrison. I come here often. The surrounding mountains and deep water are familiar, and yet, I realize the more I study the lake, the less I truly know it. It's simply too vast to take in. And so it is in my relationship with the Lord.

He is the mighty rushing wind that takes my breath away with his strength and power to heal and change lives. He is the gentle breeze that nudges me to speak or act, giving counsel and direction. He is the quiet voice whispering love and forever-presence in the still moments of an unhurried life. And He is more.

What aspects of God's character are most familiar to you? Are you willing to ask him to reveal more of his nature to you in order to deepen your relationship with him?

Lord, please draw me into deeper relationship with you and cause my heart to long for greater intimacy and knowledge of your Spirit. Amen.

Throughout the Day: Take a few minutes to write down all the character traits you know of God. Ask the Lord to reveal more of himself to you.

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