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Have you ever been lost in private thought to then have the moment shattered by the piercing

question, hey, what are you thinking right now?

We can feel so invading as if that special someone is trying to eavesdrop on the silent

conversation in your mind.

It's impossible to capture and summarize your self-talk at that moment, isn't it?

Besides, are we ever completely honest with our answer to that probing question?

Well this meditation from Psalm chapter 19 is a reflection on our inner speech.

For secret musings and private thoughts that are known only to us, well known to us and

God, is your private self-talk pleasing to him?

While whether resting in the revealing light of morning or the privacy of evening shade,

begin your meditation by surrendering your thoughts to this time of not-so-private reflection

in the presence of Father, Son and Spirit.

Allow your eyes to move from open to now closed with no effort and begin to be aware of

your inner speech, the speed that it runs, the randomness, and how often it may be in conflict

with what pleases God.

I realize this may be difficult, but for now, continue in this time of thoughtful reflection

by listening and then responding to this passage from Psalm chapter 147.

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