Practicing Peace in the Messiness of Life
Practicing Peace in the Messiness of Life
God’s peace is not a reward for spiritual perfection, but a gift for those who walk with Him in the messiness of real life. It’s not enough to know about peace; you must practice it, imperfectly but faithfully, by filling your mind with God’s Word, living out your beliefs, and staying connected to Christian community.
The world’s peace is fragile and fleeting, but the peace of God is a steady anchor. As you put these habits into practice, you open yourself to receive the supernatural peace that only God can give. This peace is available to every believer who chooses to walk with the God of peace, day by day.
Isaiah 26:3-4 (KJV): “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Trust ye in the Lord for ever: for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength:”
Reflection:
What is one practical way you can “practice peace” today, whether by meditating on Scripture, reaching out to a fellow believer, or living out your faith in a small but intentional way? Write it down and commit to doing it before the day ends.
To listen to the sermon that corresponds with this devotion, click the link: https://www.mbcpb.org/media
God’s peace is not a reward for spiritual perfection, but a gift for those who walk with Him in the messiness of real life. It’s not enough to know about peace; you must practice it, imperfectly but faithfully, by filling your mind with God’s Word, living out your beliefs, and staying connected to Christian community.
The world’s peace is fragile and fleeting, but the peace of God is a steady anchor. As you put these habits into practice, you open yourself to receive the supernatural peace that only God can give. This peace is available to every believer who chooses to walk with the God of peace, day by day.
Isaiah 26:3-4 (KJV): “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Trust ye in the Lord for ever: for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength:”
Reflection:
What is one practical way you can “practice peace” today, whether by meditating on Scripture, reaching out to a fellow believer, or living out your faith in a small but intentional way? Write it down and commit to doing it before the day ends.
To listen to the sermon that corresponds with this devotion, click the link: https://www.mbcpb.org/media
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Jesus said: His Kingdom is not of this World. Believers are just passing through. They will say 'peace & safety' & sudden destruction will come upon them. Be ready !!