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Written by Phil Rehberg, a contemporary lawyer and author.  This devotion was adapted from the classic work “The Imitation of Christ.”

At first, solitude may feel monotonous or like a heavy burden. If you patiently practice it, in time you will know the benefits of solitude; it will be close friend. Then your soul has developed an important spiritual affection…One of the important benefits of solitude is that we learn to take our sins seriously and view them as God does. If we tend to overlook our sins, solitude gives us time to feel the proper remorse… One of the best benefits of solitude is that it fortifies us against all the worldly influences constantly pressing in on us. They come from every direction, even when least expected. If we have developed a heart bonded to God – through solitude – we will find strength to resist the small temptations that present themselves each day. In solitude we remember that the distractions of the world will all turn to dust. They are just pointless pursuits. Worldly distractions rob us of our peace. In solitude we find the deep peace we long for, even if we find it just one step at a time.  

I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways. [Psalm 119:15]

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