True Peace!

Peace. Many define it is the absence of strife and conflict. Still there is more to peace than just what is not there. If you have accepted God's grace through His Son, the Messiah you can have peace that defies all comprehension. In fact Paul said this also:

"And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:7

Our heart, (inner most feelings) and thoughts, (true motivation) will be guarded? What does that have to do with receiving peace? Really everything. Our minds often work overtime worrying, planning and trying to figure things out. This restlessness does not allow Yah's Spirit to work towards our becoming calm. We have not truly given our worries over to God if we continue to think about them. Also are we mindful and therefore thankful for what God has already done for us?

"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful." Colossians 3:15

Yes, and be thankful! Now there's an original thought. See it is a thankful spirit that remembers past deliverance and trusts for the future. It is this well earned trust that allows us to have peace even in the face of horrible difficulties. We may not know how each event will turn out but we do know that Yah is always faithful and cares for us.

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philippians 4:6

Recalling Yah's goodness and provisions allows peace to be our overwhelming emotion and state of mind. Thanking Him for acts of mercy and love gives us strong assurance that He will do so again in our present circumstance. Hebrews 4:16 "So let us boldly approach the throne of grace. Then we will receive mercy. We will find grace to help us when we need it."

PRAYER: Gracious Heavenly Father. How many and bountiful are Your blessings! Thank you for providing for me in every way as I lay before Your Throne of grace my needs for today. In Yeshua's Name, Amen.