21st February 2024
Embracing God’s Peace Amidst Chaos
“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.” – John 14:27 (NIV)
In the chaos of life, God extends an invitation to embrace a peace that defies understanding. John 14:27 assures us that this peace is a divine gift, distinct from the fleeting tranquillity the world offers. Let us explore how we can truly embrace God’s peace amidst the chaos that surrounds us.
Life’s storms are inevitable, but the promise of peace is unwavering. In Matthew 8:23-27, we find Jesus and His disciples in a boat amidst a raging storm. While the winds and waves threatened to overwhelm, Jesus, with a word, calmed the tempest. This narrative teaches us that God’s peace is not the absence of storms but the calming presence of the One who controls the winds and waves of life.
The chaos of Joseph’s life, as narrated in Genesis, is a testament to God’s sovereignty amidst adversity. Betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, and unjustly imprisoned, Joseph could have succumbed to bitterness. Instead, he declared in Genesis 50:20 that what others intended for evil, God orchestrated for good. Trusting in God’s sovereignty allows us to find peace even when circumstances seem disordered.
Philippians 4:6-7 encourages us to bring our anxieties to God through prayer. In the hustle and bustle of daily challenges, the peace of Christ becomes our sanctuary. Through prayer, we exchange our worries for His peace, a peace that guards our hearts and minds. It is an active surrender, trusting that God is in control even when life feels chaotic.
Gratitude becomes a pathway to God’s peace. When we intentionally focus on the goodness of God, even in the midst of chaos, our perspective shifts. Realising the countless blessings, we have fostered a spirit of thankfulness, as emphasised in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Gratitude becomes an anchor in turbulent times, leading us to embrace God’s peace with a thankful heart.
One of the challenges we face is impatience in waiting for God’s resolutions to our chaotic situations. Yet, Isaiah 26:3 encourages us to trust in the Lord forever, for in the Lord, we have an everlasting rock. Embracing God’s peace requires patience and recognition that His timing is perfect. When we let go of our desire for immediate answers and trust in His timetable, we find a profound sense of peace that surpasses our understanding.
Embracing God’s peace becomes a daily surrender. It’s an intentional choice to release our worries, fears, and uncertainties into His capable hands. This ongoing surrender is depicted in Psalm 55:22, which invites us to cast our burdens on the Lord, and He will sustain us. Daily surrender is not a sign of weakness but a demonstration of our trust in a God who holds the universe and our lives in His hands.
Confession:
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Thank you so Pastor Sir.
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Amen and Amen. Thank you so much Pastor. More grace sir
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to you. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank you for being my anchor in the storms of life. Ameeeeen and Ameeeeen
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. More grace Pastor
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Amen!
God bless you more Sir. Thanks
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.
peace is not the absence of storms but the calming presence of the One who controls the winds and waves of life therefore embracing God’s peace becomes a daily surrender. It’s an intentional choice to release our worries, fears, and uncertainties into His capable hands.hallelujah!
Thank you pastor.
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You Lord. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Amen🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Thank you so much Pastor, blessings to you and your family 🙏🏽
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.
Thank you Pastor
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.
Amen 🙏🏽
Confession
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.
Thank you so much Sir for this comforting message.
Greater Grace, Greater Glory Sir.
Shalom my Father.
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. My everlasting rock, I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. I trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.
Thank you so much for this powerful and insightful devotional Sir, may the peace of God never seize in your life in Jesus name. Amen.
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Amen Thank you Daddy for this Great Devotion May the Lord bless you in Jesus name Amen more grace to make more devotions Amen 🙏
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. AMEN THANK YOU LORD FOR GIVING ME YOUR PROTECTION. THANK YOU DADDY FOR THIS POWERFUL DEVOTIONAL.
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Thank you daddy for this powerful Devotion may the Lord bless you amen and you will have more and thousands more of people in the Refuge Church UK amen 🙏
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Thank you Pastor- God bless you 🙏🏽❤️
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Amen and Amen, thank you so much for this devotion Sir ✝️🌻🎆🙏🏾
Hallelujah hallelujah Glory be to God Almighty, thank you JESUS for your Holy Word today.
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.
What a powerful devotional, so timely, thank you so much Sir for your continuous love .
More grace and strength Sir .
Today, I choose to surrender my worries to You. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life. Thank you pastor for this powerful devotional!🙏
Thank Lord for taking over my worries. Today ,I choose to surrender my worries to you. I acknowledge your sovereignty over every situation in my life. Help me to trust in your peace that surpasses all understanding. I choose gratitude and thank You for being my anchor in the storms of life.Ameeeen. Bless you Pastor.