We have found that lying down is the best posture. It helps us physically relax and focus on the Lord. As we lie down it’s a statement to God that we are laying down our agendas. We are surrendering control. We surrender ourselves to the Holy Spirit. It may feel foolish and offend our pride. Soaking is an act of humility.
Human Beings (not Doings)
At first we may have an internal Mary/Martha struggle. We feel, like Martha, that we should be “doing” something. But this is Mary time. Martha got caught up in the busyness of serving Jesus. Mary got caught up in Him. Soaking is not about how much we can accomplish by our own efforts. It’s about God’s action in us.
Child-like Faith
Soaking is a dedication: “God this is time just for you.” Soaking is an invitation: “God do what you want to in me.” Soaking is an expectation: “Thank you Father for what you are accomplishing as I rest in you.” We come to Him like little children believing that He has good things for us. “If you then…know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those that ask Him.” Mat 7:11
