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In order to fully enjoy God’s peace, we have to actively trust Him. Jesus stated as a fact, “In the world you have tribulation” (John 16:33). But as Christians who abide in Christ there is peace (even in tribulation!) as we rest in God’s presence and trust in His promises. When you and I walk by the Spirit, our life is characterized not by fretting, panic, and anxiety, but by the quiet peace that comes with trusting God. In the midst of life’s most difficult circumstances, the Spirit’s peace will guard our hearts and our minds (Philippians 4:7), serving as a sentinel over our thoughts and emotions… despite life’s turbulence.
We heard of offering up a sacrifice of praise to the Lord in times of struggle(Hebrews 13:15). But also, I think of peace as a “sacrifice of trust.” And you and I make the sacrifice of trust when we face the painful and distressing realities of our life and then choose to trust God instead of panicking or falling apart. When circumstances in my life might tempt me to panic, feel terrified, become a nervous wreck, or be filled with dread, I can choose either to give in to those feelings or to trust in God and present myself to Him to be filled with His peace. And I must make this conscious choice each and every day whenever I see storm clouds looming ahead, whenever life’s confusions, bewilderments, and perplexities threaten to overwhelm.
We make the sacrifice of trust and experience God’s peace…
You see, I can either trust Almighty God or succumb to the emotions of the flesh. Choosing to trust God—making the sacrifice of trust—causes me to experience His peace… even in the midst of tremendous uproar.
A Prayer to Pray:
God, You are my reason for living, my salvation, my comfort, my provider, my love. I choose today to follow You every step of the way. When the way gets hard and I falter, encourage me and give the me faith to trust You.
In Elizabeth George’s book, Finding God’s Path Through Your Trials, you will find more encouragement to seek His help for every difficulty you face.
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Jim and Elizabeth George are bestselling authors and national speakers dedicated to helping people live a life after God’s own heart. Together, they have written over 150 books with more than 14 million copies sold around the world. For over 35 years, the teachings and steadfast example of Elizabeth and Jim have helped countless men and women:
Jim and Elizabeth George are bestselling authors and national speakers dedicated to helping people live a life after God’s own heart. Together, they have written over 150 books with more than 14 million copies sold around the world. For over 35 years, the teachings and steadfast example of Elizabeth and Jim have helped countless men and women:
One of my favorite words in the English language is “bittersweet.” It’s sort of like the well-known announcement, “I’ve got good news and bad news. Which do you want first?” This picturesque term always reminds me that many occurrences in life fall simultaneously into the glad/sad category, bringing forth both emotions at once.
Kim Monceaux
September 19, 2023
Thank you for encouraging us as we walk in this dark world that we can remain in the light no matter WHAT when we choose to abide in Him and listen to the voice of TRUTH!! We are part of Rick & Kris Goertzen’s church in Birmingham! Our dear Kris is an absolute WARRIOR as she has chosen this mind set from the beginning of her journey home! I have read your books early on for many years! THANKS AGAIN!!