Perhaps, we just got that text, or call, or test result, and the news is not good. Or there is a possibility that it may not be good. Or there is an inkling of a hint of a chance of a possibility that it may not be good. Our stomach drops and our mind begins the “What if . . .” attack. STOP!
The apostle Paul gave us a strategy for these moments.
- Stop and talk to the Lord.
- Give thanks for this opportunity to see God at work. Or for God’s faithfulness in the past. Or for God being with us and helping us through this situation. Or all the above!
- Ask for His protection, guidance, intervention, healing, help, whatever we need.
When we surrender our worries and stresses, God sends His promised peace. Release the situation—perhaps multiple times throughout the day—into His capable hands and receive His peace. It’s a choice.
Jesus said, “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid (John 14:27 NLT).
The apostle Paul wrote, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7 NIV).
As a follower of Jesus, we don’t go through trials alone. He is always walking with us. And we can live in His promised peace.
Pointing the Way ~ by Arrow 