Why is peace so elusive?
Perhaps it’s because we forget to replenish our source of peace in the busyness of daily living.
Regardless of our circumstances, we can live a life of peace when we find contentment in Christ and draw near to Him.
What does that mean, really?
Here’s a good example: The moon absorbs light from the sun, and reflects the light. Likewise, you can bask in the light of God’s Son and absorb His truths.
Then you can become a man or woman who reflect His joy and peace to the world.
You can have peace because God has a plan.
A life of less anxiety is truly possible when you trust God and transfer the outcome of the decision to Him.
Instead of thinking “it’s all up to me” and “I have to make this happen” you can surrender your fear and doubt to the Lord believing He will take care of you—and provide a course correction, if needed.
Talk to God in prayer.
Tell him how you feel and what you need. Ask Him to give you wisdom to know what to do, and supernatural strength, to do what needs to be done.
You don’t have to do this hard and messy life on your own. God is with you, and He is for you. Ask for His help and provision, His protection and peace.
TRUST is the key. God will take care of you.
Be at peace.
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Key Bible Verses
“A heart at peace gives life to the body…” ~ Proverbs 14:30
“Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.” ~ James 3:18
“You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.” ~ Isaiah 26:3
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” ~ John 14:27
Powerful Prayer
Lord, I don’t want to be anxious. I want to be a person of peace. Help me to keep centered on you and not my problems or the storms of life around me. Calm me, and help me to find my security and contentment in You, the One who loves me most. Still my inner heart so I can be peaceful in my thought and actions. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Additional Resources
Power Prayers for Women by Jackie M. Johnson
Praying with Power When Life Gets Tough by Jackie M. Johnson
When Love Ends and the Ice Cream Carton Is Empty by Jackie M. Johnson
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