One-minute read.
Confidence in God gives you unworldly peace. Nowhere in scripture do you find promises of a trouble-free life, but you do find the Lord’s covenant not to leave us when challenges arise. And everyone has problems, whether they look like they do or not. We find the Creator’s peace when we focus on His goodness.
For Christmas, 37 years after graduation, I received a sweatshirt from my high school alma mater. When I first opened it, my stomach filled with dread at the memories of those difficult years. My Dad’s leg amputation, cancer, and death overshadow that period. My girlfriend, who sent it to me, said, “You need a DuBois sweatshirt,” when I thanked her for the gift.
And her words changed my thoughts. I gained a new perspective as I pondered the good that happened during those years. Yes, bad things did happen, but so did many good things. I met my lifelong friend Laura, who helped me find Jesus again. I learned to play tennis and had my first job. And the Lord never left my side through it all.
Focusing on Jesus allows us to access His peace, gain a new perspective, and give us hope as we persevere through life’s challenges. Eventually, the Lord will call us home, and we’ll live with Him forever, basking in His glory, today’s troubles gone forever.
Prayer:
Lord,
Thank You for never leaving nor forsaking us and for giving us Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Help us keep our eyes on You today and always.
IJNIP. Amen
