Anchored in His Presence
The Beauty of His Presence
I have a deep passion and love for the Lord. He is so beautiful, and spending intimate time with Him is my greatest joy and foremost priority. Over the years, getting to know Him and understanding His tremendous love for me has been the most exceptional experience of my life.
What I want more than anything else in all the world is Him! That may sound sentimental, but I can’t live without Him. He is the rhythm of my whole being. I adore worshiping Him, and the Lord gives such incredible joy back to me that His presence captivates and sustains me every moment.
A Backyard Encounter with God
The Word of God has been alive and active to me from the instant I became a believer. This happened in my backyard in California while doing homework for a Women’s Study on the book of Hebrews in 1991.
When the study came to Hebrews 4:12–13, everything changed for me:
“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.”
When I read those words, I realized immediately that the Lord could see the thoughts and attitudes of my heart and that nothing was hidden from His sight. Everything in me was laid bare before Him.
I was busted! I had a sorted past and had led a wayward life, finding love in all the wrong places. That day, on the chaise chair in my backyard, something clicked. I had truly wanted to be good but was running in the wrong direction, confused and lost. But that day, I met a Father like no other. I knew He had been what I was searching for with such fervor. And to the depth of that old driven obsession for all the wrong things, I now have a directed passion toward Him and His exquisite, flawless heart of love.
A Hunger for His Word
From that day on, I couldn’t get enough of the Bible. I enjoy mining the depths and digging for all the hidden treasures. Being in His presence, basking and soaking in the glory of God, keeps me energized every day.
Building Altars and Memories
There are many ways to commune with Him, and I seem to keep finding new ones as the years go by. Some days it’s taking long walks in the mountains or the desert, simply to be alone with God, to sing, to be still, to listen. I have built a few altars out of stone as memorials in those sacred places, where I have poured out my heart, bowed low before Him, and He has changed my life.
Worship, Prayer, and Daily Communion
I have written poems to the Lord, filled many journals of life with my heart expressions, and drawn close to Him in worship. At times I simply walk in the quiet, remembering all He has done.
For about twelve years, I faithfully read My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers. Each day I would look forward to sitting down with those words, almost as if I were meeting with Oswald himself. It felt like he was a mentor reaching across time, pouring out wisdom that still speaks today. I often found myself thanking him for leaving such a rich treasure behind, a daily impartation of truth that continually drew me deeper into God’s heart.
Over the years, I’ve also learned the power of prayer, praying Scripture over myself and others, decreeing who we are in Him. That declaration takes root in us, then comes through us, impacting our lives and the lives of others around us.
Not Rules, but Relationship
The terms “quiet time” and “devotions” have never been a big part of my vocabulary. Sometimes those words feel guilt-motivated, like we should or ought to do this or that in order to fulfill a plan. But for me, time with the Lord has never been about a checklist. It’s been about presence, not performance.
I think of it as stepping into the Lord’s Tent of Meeting, into the place where He distinguishes us as His own, into the quiet rest of the Lord.
Anchored Within the Veil
This is the secret place, the place of quiet rest in the Rest of the Lord. It is where I withdraw from the world and connect purposefully right into the Throne of Grace. At rest in Him, in every moment of my life, I find my Anchor. He is the Anchor that holds within the veil. And He is my Anchor that holds me in the veil.
Reflection for You
Friend, maybe your heart has been restless. Maybe you’ve been searching for peace, for clarity, or for something steady to hold onto in the middle of life’s storms. Can I encourage you?
That Anchor you’ve been longing for is already here. He is closer than your breath, more faithful than your best intentions, and kinder than you’ve ever dared to imagine.
The beauty of God’s presence is that you don’t have to earn it, perfect it, or prove yourself worthy of it. His invitation is wide open. You don’t have to “get it right” before you come, He simply asks you to draw near. He delights to meet you, right where you are, with open arms and a heart that already knows every hidden part of yours.
What might it look like for you to rest in Him today? Maybe it’s opening your Bible and letting His Word search and comfort your heart. Maybe it’s stepping outside for a quiet walk, whispering your prayers as you breathe in the air. Maybe it’s turning off the noise for a few minutes, just to remember you are not alone.
This is not about adding another task to your day. This is about stepping into the love of a Father who sees you, knows you, and longs to pour peace and strength into your life. He is not waiting for your perfection, He is inviting you into His presence, His joy, His freedom.
You are deeply loved. You are fully known. And you are being gently drawn into the secret place where His grace will hold you steady and His love will anchor you forever.
