“In the morning, long before dawn, he got up and left the house and went off to a lonely place and prayed there.” Book of Mark 1:35
In our busy, noisy world, the search for peace is more than a luxury, it is a spiritual necessity. Mark 1:35 offers a profound example, that even with a demanding life, there is wisdom in seeking solitude. The verse reminds us that sacred moments often happen away from the crowd, in the stillness of early morning or the hush of a secluded place.
To commune with all that is sacred, we must intentionally carve out time and space. This might mean rising before the world wakes, stepping outside, or simply closing the door to distractions. In these moments, we reconnect with our deepest selves and the divine presence that waits in silence.
Let your quiet time be an inner sanctuary, a place where you can listen, reflect, and pray. Whether you find it in nature, in a quiet room, or within your own heart, honor the sacredness of solitude. It is in these lonely places that we are most open to the sacred, most able to hear the gentle whisper of spirit. May it be so for you. Amen.