Here’s a practical tool using “BE STILL” as an acronym, each letter representing a step to help you “be still and know that He is God” (Psalm 46:10). Each step comes with a Bible verse and a simple action step.
B E S T I L L
A Tool for Stillness Before God
B — Breathe Deeply
Verse:
“The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives me life.” (Job 33:4 NIV)
Action Step:
Pause. Take several slow, deep breaths. As you inhale, thank God for His presence; as you exhale, release your worries to Him.
E — Entrust Your Concerns
Verse:
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7 NIV)
Action Step:
Silently or aloud, name your worries and hand them over to God in prayer.
S — Seek His Presence
Verse:
“Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.” (Psalm 105:4 NIV)
Action Step:
Focus your mind on God. Picture yourself sitting before Him, attentive and open.
T — Thank Him
Verse:
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” (Psalm 107:1 NIV)
Action Step:
List or speak out three things you’re grateful for today.
I — Immerse in His Word
Verse:
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.” (Colossians 3:16 NIV)
Action Step:
Read a short passage of Scripture slowly, reflecting on what God might be saying to you. See https://revtrev.com/pray-scripture/
L — Listen in Silence
Verse:
“My soul waits in silence for God only.” (Psalm 62:1 NASB)
Action Step:
Spend a few minutes in quiet, listening for God’s voice, nudges, or peace.
L — Lean on His Promises
Verse:
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5 NIV)
Action Step:
Recall or write down a promise from Scripture. Affirm it over your life and trust God with your concerns. See https://revtrev.com/promises/
Summary Card
B – Breathe deeply – Job 33:4
E – Entrust your concerns – 1 Peter 5:7
S- Seek His presence – Psalm 105:4
T- Thank Him – Psalm 107:1
I – Immerse in His Word – Colossians 3:16
L – Listen in silence – Psalm 62:1
L- Lean on His promises – Proverbs 3:5
Use this tool anytime you need to be still and know that He is God.