11 APR 23 Tuesday: A Closer Walk Devotional
“I am leaving you with a gift-peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” John 14:27
There are many troubles, frustrations, and fears in this life that cloud our minds. We try to find answers through all kinds of measures such as diet, exercise, psychology, medicine, and religious practices. While they can be helpful to our general health, we are still left wanting when it comes to soul issues. Those issues bring fear into our life. How do we deal with this?
Jesus in the gospel accounts tells us that we need both peace “with” God and the peace “of” God. If you have this you are given a spirit of power, of love, and self-control. These fears troubles, frustrations, and fears can be overcome or endured. Jesus says that this peace cannot be given to you by the world. It is not theirs to give. This is not a principle to develop strategies or glean or rewrap or sold as a new prescription.
It is a gift that is freely given by God's grace, which was paid for by Jesus on the cross. The gift of peace “with” God comes first. When you surrender to Jesus, you are no longer enemies but are now friends. You are right with God and do not face his wrath. The peace “of” God is also given throughout life as we face trials, fears, temptations, and even the horrors of life. It gives us resilience that pours out when we need it to protect us.
Jesus promises to give us His peace when we believe in our hearts in what He did on the cross, repent of our sins, and put our trust in Him. If we don’t do that we will never experience true peace. This gift is offered to all, but few receive it. Have you?
Are you dealing with a troubled mind and need peace?
Reading Plan: Psalm 103; Isa. 30:18-21; Acys 2:26-41; John 14:15-31
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