Yielded and Still

After owning a property for over fifteen years—with all the necessary legal documentation in place—my sister decided to build her home on that land. As she lives abroad, I was entrusted with supervising the construction.

Within just a few days of excavation for the foundation, a local troublemaker forcefully stopped the work. He threatened the laborers, filled the excavated area with sand, and even erected a shed on the property without consent. It soon became evident that the situation was far more complicated than expected.

I realized that the local police were favoring this individual, who appeared to have the backing of a local MLA. Matters escalated when he threatened my wife in the presence of a police inspector. I approached several senior officials, hoping for justice, but even after four months, the case remains unresolved.

When Helplessness Sets In

In situations like these—where one feels trapped, helpless, and deprived of timely justice—it is easy to slip into despair. I found myself growing aggressive, desperate for a quick resolution. I felt dejected, lonely, and emotionally exhausted.

One day, while praying and reflecting on the anxiety and turmoil I was experiencing, God brought a familiar hymn to my mind:

“Have Thine own way, Lord, have Thine own way.
Thou art the potter, I am the clay.
Mould me and make me after Thy will,
While I am waiting, yielded and still.”

What struck me most was the final phrase: “yielded and still.”
It is often easier to yield to God than it is to truly be still.

Learning to Be Still

While I strongly believe that biological causes of depression require proper medical attention, I also believe that many life situations can be faced without falling into despair—if we learn what it truly means to be yielded and still.

In my case, I had to make a choice:
Would I allow this situation to dominate my thoughts and emotions, or would I trust God to bring justice in His time?

Though I have witnessed God’s intervention in the past, trusting Him in this circumstance was not easy. I wanted control. I wanted answers immediately. But running from one authority to another only increased my frustration and emotional fatigue.

This does not mean adopting a passive or careless attitude. We are called to do our part. However, it is deeply reassuring to know that there is a sovereign God who watches over us—who does His part while we wait and remain still in His presence. That realization brought renewed hope and peace.

Comfort in God’s Word

During this season, reading the Bible has been profoundly comforting. Time and again, Scripture has reminded us of God’s faithfulness, His justice, and His perfect timing.

Though there is still no visible resolution to the situation, I am calmer and more at peace. I recognize that God is shaping me—teaching me patience, trust, and surrender. He will act in His time and in His way.

The Bible reminds us in Romans 8:28:

“All things work together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.”

And so, I choose to remain yielded and still, confident in the promise:

“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10

A Closing Prayer

As we step into a new year, my prayer for each of us is this:
May we learn to be more yielded in trust and more still in faith—resting in the assurance that God is in control.

Wishing you all a blessed and peaceful New Year.