5/16/23
Philippians 4:6-7
do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Peace -- A stress free state of security and calmness
Peace. Most of us just want peace. I will take nice cars, fine houses, fancy clothes, and a bank account full of money but it doesn't amount to anything if there is no peace. Our text encourages us not to be anxious about anything. Whatever we are stressing over, pray about it in faith. When we pray in faith and make our requests known to God, we will discover that He already knows all about it. But He will give us peace that only He can give. This peace that He gives, it will surpass all that we can even comprehend. This peace will allow us to be stress-free in the midst of the storms and trials of life.
Let Us Pray
Lord, Increase Faith Today in us as we look to You for the peace that we so desperately need. If we are being truthful, sometimes we are fearful, nervous, unsettled, and anxious. We realize this is not ordained by You so we are making our requests known to You now. Guard our hearts Lord. Protect our families. Save our children from the streets. Place Your hedge of protection around us. Heal our bodies when they are sick. Restore our joy when it has been lost. Give us Your salvation in Jesus Name...Amen