THE 6th OF JANUARY
WE CAN HAVE PEACE IF WE GIVE IT ALL TO JESUS
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7
Anxiety and gratitude cannot occupy the same heart! We cannot have worry and peace, or fear and joy at the same time. Fear cancels joy and steals our courage to act. But the good news is that a thankful heart moves our focus from the problems to the Lord, who is the source of all good and has the solution to any problem that causes us to fear and worry in the first place! To have peace, we must choose to fully trust in Him, instead of worrying and being afraid.
There will always be reasons to worry and fear, but how we handle them is up to us. If we continue to think about them, we will amplify them. The more we ponder on them, the harder it will be to trust the Lord for the solution. Instead, if we choose to think about the things that we can be thankful for, and focus on the Bible’s promises for our situations, we will be able to do what Paul says and “be anxious for nothing.”
SUGGESTED PRAYER
Lord God, please help me trust You! You are the God who provides and takes care of me; You always fulfill your Word! Your promises are true, and I can trust them. Thank You Lord for all You have done for me already and for the wonderful way You will also solve the situation I am facing now. In the Name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
Source: thetruthstandsforever
