Why We Can Hardly Bear to Remain Silent

“One reason we can hardly bear to remain silent is that it makes us feel so helpless. We are so accustomed to relying upon words to manage and control others. If we are silent, who will take control? God will take control, but we will never let him take control until we trust him. Silence is intimately related to trust.”

— Richard J. Foster, 1981
Quaker theologian and author

Today’s Invitation

Let go of the need to fill space with words, and trust God to take control.

This Week’s Query

What do you value about silence?

What are the fruits of sitting in silence?

Share your response!

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  • Richard James Foster is an American Quaker theologian and author. His writings speak to a broad Christian audience. Foster has been a professor at Friends University and pastor of Evangelical Friends churches.

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