Be still and know God invites surrender, not striving harder. In stillness, we lay down control and discover His power, presence, and peace working in us.
Moses: Victory Through Stillness (Exodus 14:14)
At the Red Sea, Israel panicked as Pharaoh’s army closed in. Moses listened to God. Deliverance came not by human strength, but by trust. The sea parted when they stood still and obeyed.
David: Waiting Before the Crown(Psalm 27:14)
David was anointed king but waited years in trials and uncertainty. Though tempted to seize the throne, he trusted God’s timing. His greatness was restraint, not ambition. The crown came in God’s time, without regret, as God’s doing, not his own.
Joseph: Trusting God in the Silence(Genesis 50:20)
Betrayed, enslaved, falsely accused, and imprisoned, Joseph waited in silence. Yet he stayed faithful, trusting God was at work. In time, God raised him from prison to the palace, using his long waiting to save a nation and fulfill His purpose.
Jehoshaphat: Surrender Before the Battle(2 Chronicles 20:12)
When King Jehoshaphat faced a great enemy, he prayed and trusted in God rather than rushing into battle. As the people worshiped, God fought for them. Victory came not through strength, but surrender. Sometimes the most powerful step forward is stillness before God.
A Special May Invitation: Be Still and Know Bundle
Stillness is hard, yet God invites us to trust Him. As we slow down, we see His work. This Mother’s Day, we honored women who nurture us and remember to rest in His presence.
At Hour of Power, we share the strength God provides through our outreach—partner with us by requesting the Be Still and Know Mug. Each sip is a gentle reminder of Psalm 46:10, perfect for moments of prayer, reflection, or quiet devotion.
God loves you and so do I,
Bobby Schuller
P.S. Click here to read inspirational messages in this month’s issue of Powerlines Newsletter.
I was born on 6 August 1956 in San Francisco, California to Janet and (the late) Richard Hovis.
I grew up in Santa Monica, California where I attended elementary, junior high school, and high school (graduating in 1974), in addition to involvement in sports and recreation (Little League +, the Boy’s Club ++). Further, it was in elementary school – St. Augustine’s By-the -Sea Parish School that I found, and made the choice to truly journey with God.
I attended Arizona State University from 1974 to 1977 – seeking to become an architect, however, I was not accepted, and, as such, I graduated with a Liberal Arts degree.
Upon graduation from Arizona State University, I attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and studied City and Regional Planning at the Master’s level. I successfully completed one (1) year in a two (2) year program – I did not complete the Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning – due to personal reasons.
I returned to Santa Monica where I started (October 1979) my career as graphic designer with Exxon Company, USA. I spent five years with Exxon Company, USA.
While working with Exxon Company, USA I was accepted into architectural school – Sci-Arc in Southern California, however, I did not attend preferring to stay with Exxon..
In 1982 I married Laura Flosi and in April 1983 we had our one and only child – Lauren Alain Hovis – a gift from God.
We moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1984 from Los Angeles, where I went to work as a graphic designer with Kitchell CEM (from 1985 -1987).
From 1987 – 1995 I was an independent contractor, and a registered representative in mortgage finance, financial management, graphic design, and drafting.
Further, I attended the University of Phoenix and successfully obtained a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in 1982.
I was also a member of the Scottsdale Jaycees, where I became very involved in community events and projects.
In 1994, I accepted a cartography position with the Defense Mapping Agency in Reston, Virginia. As such, I relocated from Phoenix to Reston.
In 1998, I was accepted and worked as a Visual Information Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. In 2002, I worked as a Support Officer until my retirement (due to a need for shoulder surgery) in September 2018.
Away from my Federal Government service, I have been involved in various organizations and activities in Northern Virginia.
In November of 2011, I married Rebecca Ouellette in Santa Monica, California. I reside in San Tan Valley, AZ with my two hamster - Jess and Timothy, our fish, our lizard - RJ Lizard., and our cats - Pearl and Grey.
As to hobbies, I enjoy playing sports, attending sporting events, mentoring individuals from financial management to hamsters, building models, photography, travel, multimedia design, managing partner for RJ Hamster, and jazz – smooth jazz to a samba or a bossa nova.
Love and God Bless,
Peter – aka RJ Hamster Jo hi
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