By Annie Psalm 139:7 NIVWhere can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?When the kids were little there was always constant chatter around the house. Talking and laughing could be heard coming from their bedrooms or in the living room where they often gathered to watch TV or camp - by camping I mean they set up forts with layers of blankets and sheets made to look like tents. There was always something happening and they were always engaged in something - even while watching TV - they were reacting by laughing, gasping, or commenting. But when they were quiet and there were no noise coming from their bedrooms or the living room, this could only mean one of two possible scenarios: they were asleep, or they did something wrong. As kids, it's rare that any child would voluntarily tell of their wrongdoing. Instead, they stayed silent in hopes their parents wouldn't find out, or they were thinking up excuses for their actions. But isn't it funny how as parents we always seem to know when something's not right? We lay down the parameters, the ground rules, and we set boundaries. When things go well and they follow the rules, all is find. This is what "normal" sounds like. But when they don't follow the rules, the sound shifts from "normal" to "different." That often leads to silence, their guilt consumes them and they begin to look for shelter or refuge in other places, things, or other people. They remove themselves from the situation so as not to be associated with the bad. It's as if they begin to hide thinking if they're not near the scene, they're obviously not involved, right? Can you imagine what it must've been like when Adam and Eve disobeyed God in the Garden of Eden? When they went into hiding trying to disassociate themselves from their sinful act, what did God say to them? He said, "Where are you?" God knew exactly where they were the whole entire time. He was waiting for them to reply, and they were given ample time to admit their sin and ask for forgiveness. When my kids were quiet, I knew they were up to something. I went to check on them only to find out that they had done something wrong or they had disobeyed me. I wanted to make sure they understood what they had done and allowed them time to explain themselves. Those were teachable moments: that their actions would have consequences such as extra chores or they would be grounded for a period of time, or something had to be taken away from them. But I also wanted them to understand that rules were in place to protect them and keep them from safe. Sure, I forgave them tons of times because I love them, just as God forgives us because He loves us.What are you hiding from God today? He already knows. Take everything to God in prayer and ask Him to forgive you. He loves you and just wants you to be safe from harm and evil. Will you turn to Him? I pray you do. ~~~~God is ON AIR and so are we!#walkandtalkfaith #walkandtalkfaithpodcast #wtfpodcast #GodIsOnTheAir~~~~For business purposes, please email us at walkandtalkfaith@gmail.com~~~~Music CreditSong: SeasonsArtist: TelecastedYouTube Audio Library