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Whisper a Love Note: Quiet Words & A Giveaway (Day 10) 21 Days of Rest: Finding Spiritual Whitespace

By Bonnie Gray • June 19, 2014 • 61 Comments

Do you remember hearing the whisper of someone who loves you?

Was it in the voice of falling in love at first blush — someone close and intimate to you?

Or maybe you heard the inaudible whispers of your baby, as he wrapped his fingers tight around yours?

You might even hear the whisper in your own voice, as you looked up at the stars for the first time when snow begins to fall — and as your breath left your body — your whispered His name. God.

All these moments of love are wrapped in the intimacy of quiet.

Quiet is God’s envelope of love notes He slips to you and me.

Quiet doesn’t always mean silence.  Quiet is a desire.  A listening of the soul. To be available – vulnerable – asking – sharing questions – doubts – wants – needs.

Quiet is making room to receive.

Quiet moments can come when you least expect them.  They are fleeting glimpses – taps on your shoulder – to let you know God is whispering to you —

I am near.

I love you.

I am thinking of you.

He might leave you a love note in something you see, as you watch the clouds move behind a tree or your rooftop.

It might be just one word that catches your attention from the  lyric of a song or in between the pages of a book.

You may hear His voice lying on your bed as the afternoon sun warms you through the window pane.

Or His words may come to you as you watch the sizzle of salmon turning translucent into opaque or as you wait at a traffic light for green.

The words don’t have to be many. Just like a love note.

Your heart feels known seeing your handwritten name. It keeps you company in the daily grind, the mention of your name.

Whisper His name and listen for his echo in the quiet moments in your day. God names the stars and He whispers your name.

“He heals the brokenhearted And binds up their wounds.
He counts the number of the stars; He gives names to all of them.”
—Psalm 147:3-5

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How has God been whispering His words to you?

Is there a Bible verse that has touched your heart with rest?

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61 Comments

  • Reply Trudy Den Hoed June 19, 2014 at 4:32 am

    I love this verse, Bonnie. Just so amazing that He takes great delight in us and He promises He WILL quiet us with His love. That in itself is so awesome, but to think He even rejoices and sings over us, too, leaves my heart in awe of His devoted, boundless love for us, brokenness and all.

    • Reply Jeri Taira June 19, 2014 at 5:14 pm

      Me too Trudy. Makes me feel so at ease and relaxed in his love.

  • Reply Trudy Den Hoed June 19, 2014 at 4:39 am

    I tweeted 🙂

  • Reply Rachel Latham June 19, 2014 at 5:20 am

    Beautiful words and beautiful print.

  • Reply Tristi June 19, 2014 at 5:24 am

    This is the second time I’ve read this verse this morning. Must be a message God wants me to hear!

  • Reply Bev June 19, 2014 at 6:02 am

    Psalm 42:7 ~ “Deep calls to deep on the roar of Your waterfalls; all your breakers and billows have swept over me”

    Even the roar of the waterfall I can hear his Quiet calling to me . . . He meets me there in the depths of my soul. Returning to those places that I’ve papered over, His Love washes over me and over me and over me . . . new mercies each day.

  • Reply Dawn June 19, 2014 at 7:02 am

    Beautiful wall art, and an even more beautiful reminder!

  • Reply Dawn June 19, 2014 at 7:08 am

    I also tweeted your give away!

  • Reply Dawn June 19, 2014 at 7:08 am

    I posted your give away on Facebook, too!

  • Reply Amber B. June 19, 2014 at 7:11 am

    That’s beautiful!!!

  • Reply Amber B. June 19, 2014 at 7:12 am

    I posted on FB.

  • Reply Amber B. June 19, 2014 at 7:13 am

    I tweeted.

  • Reply Annie M June 19, 2014 at 7:33 am

    Zeph 3:17 is one of my favorite Bible verses. Being quiet to listen is so hard in this world of busyness. I would love to win one. Thanks <3

  • Reply Kimberly June 19, 2014 at 7:49 am

    Beautiful Post

  • Reply Kim June 19, 2014 at 8:02 am

    Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10

  • Reply Nina June 19, 2014 at 8:12 am

    “I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13

  • Reply Amber Nelson June 19, 2014 at 8:23 am

    I recently had a late miscarriage and this verse has been one that I’ve held onto. My sadness has also brought me to desiring “spiritual whitespace”. Thank you for sharing your journey.

  • Reply Brenda June 19, 2014 at 8:35 am

    I tweeted.

  • Reply Brenda June 19, 2014 at 8:36 am

    Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10

  • Reply Holly June 19, 2014 at 8:49 am

    Psalm 91 has been a restful place for me. . . “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High
    will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
    2 I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress,
    my God, in whom I trust.”
    3 Surely he will save you
    from the fowler’s snare
    and from the deadly pestilence.
    4 He will cover you with his feathers,
    and under his wings you will find refuge;
    his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.”

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  • Reply Lauren June 19, 2014 at 9:21 am

    This is my go-to verse. It has carried me through so much in my life!

  • Reply melissa l. j. June 19, 2014 at 10:41 am

    I’m a new follower to your blog. This is one of my favorite verses in all of Scripture. It would bless my soul — and my family’s souls — to see these wonderful words daily on our walls. Thanks for the opportunity to win it.

  • Reply Jess White June 19, 2014 at 11:03 am

    “Cast your anxieties on Him for He cares for you” 1 Peter 5:7

  • Reply Amy June 19, 2014 at 11:50 am

    Psalm 62:5-8 concludes with a tender reminder to trust in Him at all times and pour out my heart to Him, for God is my refuge.

  • Reply Kristy Lynn June 19, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    “This Hope is an anchor to my soul!” Hebrews 6:19

  • Reply Kristy Lynn June 19, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    I tweeted about the giveaway!!
    https://twitter.com/got2bsvd/status/479708191421263872

  • Reply Julie Sunne June 19, 2014 at 1:14 pm

    Lamentations 3:19-25 speaks to how I feel so often and God’s faithful love.

  • Reply Julie Sunne June 19, 2014 at 1:15 pm

    Tweeted the giveaway.

  • Reply Jackie June 19, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    Last night after a long, busy and emotionally draining week, reading psalm 18 was like refreshment to my soul. While reading through Bonnie’s book, I am being reminded of the One I need to remember to always run to.

  • Reply Tami Grandi June 19, 2014 at 2:45 pm

    This verse is my absolute favorite- but the ones that I have clung to lately is Habakkuk 3:19

  • Reply yvonne June 19, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    Isaiah 54 soothes my heart and soul.

  • Reply Mandy June 19, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    This verse from Zephaniah is a favorite of mine too 🙂 (I tweeted it.)

  • Reply Barbra June 19, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    You will seek me and find Me , when you seek Me with all of your heart. Her. 29:13

  • Reply Laura June 19, 2014 at 5:01 pm

    one of my favorite verses and just perfect to go with the theme os spiritual whitespace. I’ve been getting ready to leave for Haiti on Sat. morning, and so have not been as active in the group, but I am keeping you in prayer, dear sister and holding your words close to my heart.

  • Reply Jeri Taira June 19, 2014 at 5:05 pm

    We’re coming up on our 18th anniversary and I was just thinking about how we were towards each other when we dated and the beginnings of marriage. The love notes, the flowers, the deep stares. The thought came to mind that dating should never die. Ever. All that courting should continue on and keep the flame burning. The same with our first love in Christ. The times together. Sharing our experiences with Jesus. Finding those special places to be alone together. These fill my soul. Neglected I become extremely drained. To finding more spiritual white space anywhere and everywhere at anytime. Sending a hug and so much love to you Bonnie

  • Reply Jeri Taira June 19, 2014 at 5:13 pm

    Shared on Facebook and Twitter…Yaaaay!!!

  • Reply Lisa June 19, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    I suppose I’ve heard God’s whisper in my child’s whisper, encouraging quiet. I’ve heard Him in the Scripture, “Come to me all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest.” I’ve seen evidence of His continued promises in rainbows and hearts around the neighborhood. Praise the LORD and may we all be good neighbors in Christ by sharing and praying for each other in the Sweet Name of Jesus.

  • Reply Alison Lehr June 19, 2014 at 7:06 pm

    a grateful heart ~

  • Reply Tessy Moon June 19, 2014 at 7:45 pm

    Oh this is lovely! Zephaniah 3:17 is my favorite Bible verse!

  • Reply Tessy Moon June 19, 2014 at 7:46 pm

    I also posted on facebook! 🙂

  • Reply Lori P June 20, 2014 at 12:53 am

    Thank you for the beautiful reminder. Shared on FB.

  • Reply Kathy in IN June 20, 2014 at 4:50 am

    Beautiful print. Can’t wait to read your book.

  • Reply Kathy in IN June 20, 2014 at 4:51 am

    I shared on Facebook!

  • Reply Jeri June 20, 2014 at 7:40 am

    Beautiful giveaway! Tweeted too.

  • Reply Elaine June 20, 2014 at 10:09 am

    I have been drawn to Psalm 73 – where the psalmist considers his life and found it to be difficult and painful and so he goes to the sanctuary of God and finds understanding as he takes refuge in God. Sounds like he sought and found spiritual whitespace… and perhaps encountered the truth of Zephaniah’s beautiful words.

  • Reply LauraK June 20, 2014 at 10:31 am

    Psalm 139:1-18 is one of my Go To verses.
    But I remember hearing this one from Zephaniah the first time and actually gasping…I want so much for my heart to absorb the truth of it.
    Thank you, Bonnie, for your incredibly generous sharing!

  • Reply LauraK June 20, 2014 at 10:33 am

    Tweeted! 🙂

  • Reply LauraK June 20, 2014 at 10:34 am

    And shared on Facebook! <3

  • Reply Kaitlyn Bouchillon June 20, 2014 at 12:38 pm

    Every time the song Oceans by Hillsong comes on the radio, iTunes, or Spotify, I can feel myself slow down, listen, and quiet to the words. I think if any song brings me to soul-rest, right now it’s that one.

  • Reply Becky June 20, 2014 at 12:52 pm

    Going down the waterside after 20 years… A little scared.., not knowing how fast it will be or the drop. Later my 5 year old joins. I say sure. Climbing up with my heart beating… What if …

    Reminds me of God our Father. Never a what if. He is sure!

  • Reply Lisa Mac June 20, 2014 at 8:28 pm

    Whispers from His lips to my ear, that I didn’t do a terrible job of parenting. That I have learned what I needed to learn, and I passed on what I was able to pass on. So I need to remember that He didn’t need me to do it ALL. I only needed to do what I was able to do. He DID, after all, pick me as the mother of the children He gave me. And He never intended for me to do more than my best to point them toward Him. Also, I need to leave them in His hands, now that they are out on their own. And not to worry. He’s got this.

  • Reply kelly June 21, 2014 at 7:54 am

    God whispers to me by sending me my loved ones in unexpected times of need….Its always sooooo surprising to see my family..friends show up at THE RIGHT MOMENT..and then afterwards thinking…WOW God THANK YOU you are really REALLY listening to me…THANK YOU.

  • Reply Linda June 22, 2014 at 3:46 am

    Thank you for allowing God to speak through you and touch my heart, that has, of late, felt used up, cold and hard. Praying He will re-kindle His fire within, and make me more aware of His presence.

  • Reply Betty Burnette June 22, 2014 at 8:31 pm

    I love Zeph. 3:17. I found it about 2 months ago, and the fact that God sings over me just overwhelms my heart. I feel so cherished!!!

  • Reply Sharray June 23, 2014 at 3:29 pm

    My favorite scriptures are Psalm 139:7-10 Whither shall I go from thy spirit? or whither shall I flee from thy presence? If I ascend up into heaven thou art there: if I make my bed in hell behold thou art there. If I take the wings of the morning and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea Even there shall thy hand lead me and thy right hand shall hold me. Knowing that God is with know matter where I go brings me comfort.

  • Reply Angie June 24, 2014 at 6:41 am

    Thank you Bonnie for this post. It stopped me and helped me turn my heart to Jesus – oh how I need him!

  • Reply cathy miller June 29, 2014 at 3:27 pm

    I am an infant Christian just learning what I know is going to be a glorious experience. But, I need help. Lots of help,. with my hopes and demands and weaknesses. I want to feel Jesus touch me and whisper to me. Please, I am onboard and ready to get started.

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  • Reply Maria @ The Good Life July 24, 2014 at 12:00 pm

    Dear Bonnie, talk about a timely post. I actually share about this today because I have been going through a week of decisions and choices that while all good, have put a lot of pressure on my shoulders. I had to pray on them and finally it was like listen that still small voice of my loving Father telling me “the answer has always been in front of you. You just had to catch up”.

    • Reply Bonnie Gray July 24, 2014 at 9:29 pm

      Hi Maria, I hope you’re soaking in the peace of all the decisions you’re making… as you listen to God’s still small voice found in you. thanks for stopping by and sharing a cup of soul coffee.

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