One of my favorite meditative songs of all time is “Be Still My Soul” by The Imperials. Yeah, I know, you’re either saying “who the heck are the Imperials?” or “I can’t believe Shawn likes Imperials.” Whatever, the song is rad. It’s meaning & impact are simple but very profound, based on Psalm 46:
(verse 1) Surrounded by the cares of life. Situations rise, they press against my soul. Desperate thoughts have blocked me in, feels like I may lose control. A voice from somewhere inside of me, brings comfort and fills my heart with courage. It lets me know that everything will be alright.
(chorus) I hear Him say ‘Be still my soul and know that He is God.’ Stand quietly, He is the Lord. If God is for me, who can be against me. He is God…be still my soul, He is the Lord.
(verse 2) Teach me, Lord, to stay in you when my emotions try to rule me. Remind me, Lord, of who I am. Show me what You want me to be. There is great strength and confidence, knowing that You are with me. I’m not afraid of tomorrow, what waits ahead.
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As I read that, and hear the song echoing through my mind, I say AMEN. So be it in my soul today. So help me, God, to stay in You and Your shalom today.
