A
heart at peace gives life to
the
body.
Proverbs 14:30 NIV
We live in tumultuous times. If you do not
believe me, turn on your television and watch five minutes of the news. The
local news broadcasts robbery, rape, murder and a sundry of personal and
political misbehavior.
The
national news expands our vision of the world to the self-indulgence of
political leaders on a global level, bomb threats, terrorist attacks and war
around the world.
We also get a day by day account of the
earth groaning for the return of the creator as we see fires, floods,
earthquakes and mass dying off of birds and sea creatures. Just five minutes of
the broadcast news is enough to ruin your day. Add to that your personal
problems and the problems of those you love, and you have the potential for
chaotic living.
But God’s Word provides wisdom for living
in this tumultuous time—a peaceful heart. Yes, it is possible to live in the midst
of the turmoil and retain a tranquil heart; to live in peace, calmness and
restfulness of spirit. Those words may appear as an oxymoron and cause you to
ask—How do you live in a world of chaos yet retain a heart of peace? Jesus!
In John 14 we read the account of Jesus
preparing His disciples for His return to heaven and the coming of the Holy Spirit
who will provide comfort for their broken hearts. John 14:27 explains in the
words of Christ, “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give you. I do not give to
you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not be
afraid.” NIV
Peace to live in our troubled times;
without fear. Peace to face the daily discouragements that come our way;
without despair. Peace to live in our tumultuous world; without a troubled
heart. Jesus!
Fear, worry and anxiety can make your body
and your spirit sick. Peace of heart brings restoration and life to a weary
soul. If your heart is hurting today and you need peace, speak the name of
Jesus. Allow Christ to restore hope and joy and peace to your spirit.
If you have never given your life to
Christ, do it today! There is no peace like the peace of a heart surrendered to
life with Jesus for “A heart of peace gives life to the body.”
©
Joyce Powell
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