Ride the WavesReflections by Steve L.

A Wave

January 9, 2025

“Knowing that I am Loved is the drug I was looking for all along; and passing the Love on is a most precious gift!”

Three readings. A song that says the rest. And inspiration for whatever this day is here to teach.

A lone surfer riding inside a great curling wave

Read — the readings that opened the day

1

Be Still and Know

“Be Still and Know” is a phrase that comes from Psalm 46:10. To BE STILL represents the act of calming down, ceasing agitation & letting go of worry. To KNOW implies a deep understanding & recognition of God's sovereignty and power in our lives. When combined, this short meditation encourages a state of trust & peace in the face of challenges. Be Still and Know that a loving God is in control.”

Adapted from Sh’ma Now: Sense and Sensibility

2

Day by Day: Daily Meditations

“We come to realize the presence of a Higher Power in our lives. Eventually we realize that we are loved. And knowing that we are loved, we can love others. When we practice loving our fellows, in thought, word, and deed, we feel and embrace the presence of our Higher Power. Higher Power, help me recognize Your presence and power in my life. Thank You for helping me love others as I am loved.”

Adapted from Day by Day: Daily Meditations

3

Love and Liberation

Richard Rohr

“We all have a struggle and battle to deal with each day. The journey in the Spirit offers a balm to heal the sick soul of each and every one of us. In some ways we all are broken.—in wrong relation, that is, with one another, and within ourselves. To acknowledge that the Spirit connects us all, and to grow in that Spirit is the journey for each of us. We cannot enjoy the spirituality that truly is of God unless we are practicing love & forgiveness in the world. Just for today, as I continue to seek personal strength from You, help me embrace all of the wonders of Your grace, Your forgiveness, the pathway to joy.”

Adapted from Love and Liberation