I experienced that “Holy Spirit rush” while in prayer just
before the early service this morning.
It’s a flutter that emanates from the depths of my chest, almost like
the feeling of a chill, but it is a warm vibration. It is a reminder that I am in relationship
with the Holy as it trickles outward providing a sense of peace and calm. I haven’t felt that for a while. I think it may be because my internship has
been more about learning than about feeling the Holy Spirit move within me and
within the community. I have learned to
trust that the Holy Spirit IS moving in those places, but for me to feel it so
viscerally, so physically, I find I need to go elsewhere and be open in a
different way.
Feeling it this morning was a reassurance that the Holy can
be felt even if I am part of the worship team.
I have longed for that moment and am so thankful that it arrived this
morning.
Letting go of the expectation that worship is where one
meets God has been important for me to learn and tell people about. I've known for years that God can be found
everywhere, but find that being in community with others, worshiping God
through communal praise, music, liturgy and prayer is extremely important for
me to learn more about God and how God moves in this world. People are more open to talk about faith and
God in church, but sometimes the most holy of experiences come from simply
living and paying attention.
I wasn't looking for the physical presence of the Holy this
morning. I think that may be why I felt
her so strongly, yet briefly as we prayed.
I am so thankful.
Thank you Holy, Heavenly Spirit for being physically present
in the world. In your presence there is
reassurance that we are in relationship with all that is Holy and good. Feeling your gentle touch is a great
comfort. Your touch helps bring weary,
aching, frightened and hurting people peace.
Your touch guides the strong and healthy as they navigate life’s
challenges. Your touch blesses all of us
at the moments we most need reminding that all will be well because you are
present in our lives. Amen.