Tarry with Me
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Tarry with Me
Title: Tarry with Me
Summary:
In the story of Adam and Eve, God seeks them in the garden, calling, "Where are you?" (Genesis 3:8-9). This narrative reflects our chance to reconnect with God. We can walk with our Heavenly Father in the "cool of the day," setting aside moments to commune with Him.---
Article:
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In Genesis, we find a poignant moment: "And they heard the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the Lord God among the trees of the garden. But the Lord God called to Adam, and said to him, 'Where are you?'" (Genesis 3:8-9).
This beautiful imagery of God walking in the garden reflects His desire to commune with Adam. However, after Adam disobeyed, he hid, reluctant to face God. Similarly, when we stray, we often hesitate to engage with our Creator. In times of feeling "good," we eagerly seek His presence; when we falter, we shy away, forgetting His constant companionship through the Holy Spirit.
Our all-knowing and ever-present God knew exactly what happened in the garden. His call, "Where are you?" was not out of ignorance but an invitation for Adam to acknowledge his actions. The close fellowship was broken due to Adam's choices, prioritizing another voice above God's.
Yet, through Jesus, the "second Adam," our relationship with God is restored. Accepting His sacrifice and sovereignty, we are welcomed back like the prodigal son. Jesus' promise echoes: He will never leave us. However, for true fellowship, we must seek Him earnestly.
Before His crucifixion, Jesus retreated to Gethsemane for solemn prayer, inviting His disciples to watch with Him. Sadly, they slept, missing the chance for profound communion. We, too, can choose to return to our "garden" anytime, embracing moments of connection with our Heavenly Father.
A.W. Tozer, in "Of God and Men," inspires us to find "Spiritual Aloneness": retreating daily to a quiet place, waiting for God's presence to envelop us. As Psalm 37:7 encourages, "Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him...".
Songs like Watermark's "The Purest Place" remind us to stay near the Lord, echoing the sentiment that the truest sanctuary is in His embrace. Recognizing God as the ultimate place, reflecting on His omnipresence, can profoundly impact us.
An old hymn by C. Austin Miles, written in 1913, perfectly encapsulates this yearning to walk and talk with God in the garden, experiencing unparalleled joy and intimacy.
To "tarry" means to linger expectantly, savoring every moment of closeness. Just like prolonging goodbyes with loved ones, our time with God should be cherished. While our earthly life imposes limits, our future with Him promises endless communion.
Mary understood this: sitting at Jesus' feet was more valuable than any task, a lesson her sister Martha struggled to grasp. Jesus affirmed Mary's choice as the "one thing worth being concerned about" (Luke 10).
Busy as we are, let's remember Isaiah 40:31: "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength..."
God longs for time with us. Seek that secret, pure place and dwell "under the shadow of the Almighty." Tarry with Him daily in the garden.
Love,
Brother Bill
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