Peaceful Living

Do you struggle when you have little or no control over something that is important to you? As you trust in God and His plans, you can live in peace.

Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way.

– 2 Thessalonians 3:16 ESV

In the tumultuous journey of life, you often find yourself wrestling with a lack of peace. This worry or anxiety usually comes from a deeper issue of control and trust.

Today’s verse is a promise count on – the very Prince of Peace will give you His peace. True peace comes from surrendering control and placing trust in God’s wisdom and guidance (Proverbs 3:5-6). It’s an acknowledgment that your finite understanding cannot always grasp the intricacies of God’s ways.

Let go of the illusion of control and embrace a posture of surrender to God.

When faced with challenges and uncertainties, it’s easy to succumb to anxiety and fear. Adopting a perspective of trust in God can transform the way you navigate through life’s storms. As Psalm 56:3 reassures, “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you” (ESV).

The key lies in relinquishing the illusion of control and embracing the posture of surrender. As you release your burdens and concerns to God, His peace, which surpasses all understanding, becomes your sustaining force (Philippians 4:7). It’s a journey of letting go of anxiety and allowing God to work His perfect will in your life.

In the end, it’s not the absence of trials that brings peace but rather the presence of trust in them. As you anchor your heart in God’s promises, you find that His peace becomes your steady companion, guiding you through life’s ebb and flow.

Today’s One Thing

A prayer you can pray:

“I surrender control to You, God, and I trust You are with me in this. You know what is best and I surrender to following Your way. Amen.”

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