Live in Peace

"And let the peace of Christ, to which you were also called in one body, rule in your hearts. And be thankful."                                       Colossians 3:15  CSB 

The world may search for peace and contentment in drugs, sex, alcohol, cigarettes, sport, music and many relationships. These give a temporary boost. The problem is, the world's peace only lasts as long as the thing that it comes in. These effects wear off - the buzz ends and so does the peace. You are then left where you started. The worries and fears are still there. 

God can help. Isaiah 26:3 says, 'You will keep the mind that is dependent on You in perfect peace, for it is trusting in You." Tony Evan comments: 'You cannot expect to have peace around you if you do not have peace within you'. God has a wealth of peace that He longs to bestow on each of us but, we need to reach out and take hold of it. Jesus said, 'Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don't let your heart be troubled or fearful.'   John 14:27. This verse couldn't be any clearer. Jesus left us His peace. It is available and it is permanent. We just have to reach out for it and draw on what God has deposited for us.

We need to walk in this truth and hang on to it and it starts with not allowing fear or worry to permeate your soul - mind, will and emotions. When your mind agrees with God's mind you will experience victory. Paul wrote: 

'Don't worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.'    Philippians 4:6-7   CSB

He will supply all you need if you ask Him (Philippians 4:19. In fact, He will be true to His word and give you His abundant peace and this will keep you afloat through those times when your energy is sapped and you don't know what to do next. 

How do I get this peace, you may ask? It's already here, Jesus gave it to the world. Read John 14:27 again and digest it. Just pray this verse asking God to give you this peace. It is there for the asking. You need this peace. The world needs this peace, we may be approaching the End Times. This is not the time to be in turmoil. We need to keep a level head, grab hold of the peace that is available and then pray that it will spread throughout our world.

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