Pastor John’s sermon, “A Quieted Soul,” from Psalm 131 reflects on what God taught him during his sabbatical: that joy is found not in controlling circumstances or becoming stronger, but in waiting on Jesus, embracing our humanity, and trusting God with what we cannot carry. Through the imagery of a weaned child resting with its mother, John describes learning to desire God Himself rather than simply what God can give, recognizing that his wounds, weaknesses, and limitations are not obstacles to faithfulness but gifts that deepen dependence on Jesus. The invitation of Psalm 131 is ultimately for all of us: to release what was never ours to control, rest in the Father’s care, remain in Jesus, and receive His joy. We can become small because our Father isn’t.