Be Still
Finding Comfort in Stillness: Unveiling the Meaning of 'Be Still'
Lyrics
Be still and know that I am God.
Encouragement to find tranquility and recognize the presence of God
Be still and know that I am with you.
Emphasis on acknowledging God's constant companionship
Be still and know that I will comfort you when you come to Me in your hour of need.
Promising comfort from God when seeking solace during times of distress
Be still and know that I am God.
Reiteration of acknowledging God's sovereignty and presence
Be still and know that I am here for you;
Assurance of God's availability and support
and I will wipe your tears; you will be renewed.
Pledge to console and bring about renewal, alleviating sorrow
Come unto Me, My child, be still,
Invitation to seek rest and solace in God's embrace
and know that I will give you rest,
Assurance of finding peace and relief in God's care
I am present in your pain and I always will remain
Acknowledgment of God's enduring presence during suffering
your Comforter and Friend.
Depiction of God as a source of comfort and a supportive companion
Be still and know that I am God.
Reiteration of acknowledging God's sovereignty and presence
Be still and know that I am with you.
Emphasis on God's constant companionship
Be still and know that I will comfort you when you come to Me in your hour of need.
Promising comfort from God when seeking solace during times of distress
Be still and know that I am God.
Reiteration of acknowledging God's sovereignty and presence
Be still and know that I am here for you;
Assurance of God's availability and support
and I will wipe your tears; you will be renewed.
Pledge to console and bring about renewal, alleviating sorrow
Peace I leave with you;
Reference to Jesus' promise of leaving peace as a gift
My peace, I give unto you.
Specifically giving the gift of peace
Peace. Peace. Peace.
Reiteration of the gift of peace
Be still and know that I am God.
Reiteration of acknowledging God's sovereignty and presence
Be still and know that I am God.
Repetition emphasizing God's identity and presence
Be still. Be still. Be still.
Emphasis on the command to be calm and serene
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