“What Is Stealing Your Peace of Mind?” October 9
Jesus said He came to give us rest for our souls.
So why do so many of us live with minds that rarely seem to rest?
We pray about something.
We give it to God.
Then, five minutes later, we pick it right back up and start worrying about it again.
We replay conversations.
Imagine worst-case scenarios.
Think about what someone did to us.
Compare what we have with what someone else has.
Or spend our time asking, “What if?”
Philippians 4 contains one of the best-known promises about peace in the Bible:
“The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
But that promise doesn’t stand alone.
Paul also tells us what to do with our worries, what part thankfulness plays, and what responsibility we have after we pray.
And that may be where the real battle begins.
Because peace of mind is not merely about what is happening around us.
A great deal depends on what is happening in our minds.
So what are you thinking about when no one else is around?
Where does your mind go when you’re tired, disappointed, mistreated, or afraid?
The answer may tell you a great deal about what is stealing your peace.
