Solitude, God, and the Holy of Holies

Solitude, God, and the Holy of Holies…

The virtual journey through the Temple Mount, culminating in that inaccessible Holy of Holies with a friend, serves as a potent reminder.

Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.  Hebrews 4:16

The Holy of Holies, that innermost sanctuary, speaks to a profound truth: the deepest intimacy with God is often a solitary pilgrimage. Just as the High Priest entered alone into that sacred space, so too must we individually draw near to experience the fullness of His presence.

It is in the quiet chamber of our hearts, away from the clamor of the world and the presence of others, that we can truly unveil ourselves before Him, offering our unvarnished selves and receiving His boundless grace in return.

This isn’t to say that communal worship isn’t vital, but rather that the most profound encounters with the Divine often blossom in the fertile ground of personal devotion.

It is in these singular moments that the noise fades, distractions dissipate, and the gentle whisper of God’s love can be heard most clearly.

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the invitation to draw near, to step into the Holy of Holies of Your presence. Grant us the discipline and desire to cultivate those sacred moments of solitude where we can truly connect with You, heart to heart. Help us to recognize the power and intimacy found in these personal encounters, where we can receive Your mercy, find Your grace, and experience the fullness of Your love. May these quiet times strengthen us, guide us, and draw us ever closer to You. Amen.

Solitude is not simply being alone. It is rather an inner state in which no one’s presence or absence affects what you are doing. Solitude is being and remaining free to choose your own thoughts and feelings.

May we all find the courage and the peace to enter into that inner sanctuary, just us and God, and discover the transformative power of His presence.

Walk daily with God at your side!

Love always,

Ed 🙏🏼