"Avoiding the Noise"

Welcome to our broadcast of Hope Inspired Devotions with Host Laronda Dawson
Singer/Songwriter- Author - Speaker. On today's devotional, Laronda will discuss "Avoiding the Noise" and how to be silent in God's presence. Listen as Laronda gives a word of encouragement.

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Scripture Reading: Matt 6:31

Prayer:
Father God, 

Today, I pray for the wisdom to learn how to be silent in your presence, so I can hear you speaking to me. Lord, please help me balance my days and be intentional about my time. Show me ways to prioritize looking at the spiritual things in my life that align with your word. Father, give me discernment to slow down, listen, take action, and be more aware of your prompting.  And when to remove myself from a situation that might be potentially harmful to my spiritual growth. Thank you for being my good shepherd and friend. In Christ Jesus' name I pray, Amen. 

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Steps to Transition from External Noise to Experiencing God's Presence

1. Fast from Spiritual Information; limit the constant consumption of social media in exchange for reading religious content, self-help books, and prayer with God.

Action Steps:  Choose one day a week for a complete media fast. 

Focus:  Spend meaningful time in complete silence without trying to "learn" anything new about spirituality.

2. Prioritize wordless meditation and contemplation 

Action Steps: Practice God's presence with objectless meditation, Centering Prayer, or Zazen.

Focus:  Sit quietly for about 15 to 20 minutes, practicing simple ways to empty your thoughts rather than engaging with negative thoughts. 

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3. Embrace Anonymity in your practice. Spiritual noise often seeks validation through shared experiences, social media posts, or public alignment with specific spiritual groups. Find sacredness in the unglamorous, simple practices. Strip away rituals, altars, and tools. Insist on experiencing God's favor and presence. 

Action Steps: Keep your discernments and daily practices solely to yourself for a set period.

Focus: Allow your spiritual growth to integrate internally without the need to broadcast, explain, or defend yourself to others. Put all your concerns in God's hands.