One of the reasons why Jesus was born is to give us peace like a river (Luke 2:14). It is a great thing to have the peace of God inside. If you have God’s peace, you will experience peace in the totality of your inner man, because this peace applies the balm of serenity to our minds and hearts. Without mincing words, it is not a good thing to lack inner peace. The devil uses turbulent storms to generate crisis in people’s lives, leading to worry and anxiety. This is one method he uses to steal God’s peace away from us, but God will not allow his evil venture to succeed in your life in Jesus’ Name. Many people whose peace the devil has stolen seek peace through the use of tranquillisers and depressants, while some others turn to illicit drugs or alcohol. Some even dabble in mystic pseudo-religious movements to find solutions to their lack of peace. All of these sources do not possess peace, and so they cannot give peace to anyone. God is the only source of peace, and He has appointed His Son as the Prince of peace (Isaiah 9:6). Speaking through His Holy Spirit, He prescribes His remedy against any raging storm of the devil that wants to steal our inner peace, saying in Philippians 4:6-7:
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
From this verse we understand that prayer holds the key to walking in God’s peace. Through prayer, we are able to beat back the devil’s arrows of anxiety and worry. Spending time alone with God to thank Him and present our petitions is the most effective tranquilliser. There is no solution to inner disquiet as effective as prayer, and it always works.

The peace of God transcends all understanding. In other words, it is above and beyond what we understand. The next time you sense a great inner shaking or even just a slight inner disquiet, try prayer. Shut, yourself away to be alone with God, and pray God’s word back to Him. Thank Him for who He is and for all His grace and goodness; then tell Him about your anxieties and concerns, and He will intervene to change thing for you. When you finish praying, you will discover that the peace of God has filled your inner man. A quiet inner serenity and calm will reign in you, even if the storm is still ranging around you. I know this to be true from experience and from what God’s word says. God’s word is practical and its promises work in every circumstance of life. Have you ever considered that your lack of inner peace might be God’s way of calling you to prayer? God may be calling you to have fellowship with Him, and in the process He will restore His peace that transcends all understanding to your life.
Written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye.

Thank u OP and thanks pastor adeboye

Beautifully written....

Isaiah 26:3 (KJV)
3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.


John 14:27 (KJV)
27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Eviana:
Beautifully written....

Isaiah 26:3 (KJV)
3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.


John 14:27 (KJV)
27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Philippians 4:6
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with Thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

So this is a bit weird. I started off typing the scripture above just in response to the ones you posted, which are one of my favorites.

As I typed out those words from Phil 4:6, I realized it was an answer to a pressing concern I had put before God this morning to give me wisdom on how to mediate in a family matter that was brought to my attention. One part of me wanted to act fast by placing a call today with the hope of nipping things in the bud, while another part wanted to fast/pray with the party concerned before making the call.

I marvel at this God shaaa. His ways are past searching!

PS: I only just noticed the OP has same scripture. I actually responded to the post above before looking at the thread.

bLacKGoLd3:



Philippians 4:6
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with Thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

So this is a bit weird. I started off typing the scripture above just in response to the ones you posted, which are one of my favorites.

As I typed out those words from Phil 4:6, I realized it was an answer to a pressing concern I had put before God this morning to give me wisdom on how to mediate in a family matter that was brought to my attention. One part of me wanted to act fast by placing a call today with the hope of nipping things in the bud, while another part wanted to fast/pray with the party concerned before making the call.


I marvel at this God shaaa. His ways are past searching!

PS: I only just noticed the OP has same scripture. I actually responded to the post above before looking at the thread.

You've written beautifully as well...
Yes....God is an awesome God!
Sometimes I get really choked up when I think about how loving, patient, kind, forgiving and encouraging He is to ME! Especially when I get sick of me.

When He speaks to me through a particular scripture passage or verse, and I'm going through a challenging time, (and I know that those verses are specifically for me), I get so overwhelmed....not knowing how to show my gratitude.

Amen to the fact that Phil 4:6 was brought to your remembrance before making a "rash" decision in regards to your family situation.
I'm slowly learning how to pause, pray and wait for the Lord to show me the way....or to answer my prayer in His own time AND His own way...and be AT PEACE with the outcome.
Be encouraged...