Anxiety

Christians describe a peace that passes all understanding. But what is that peace, and how do you keep it with you past Sunday morning? Memorizing God’s Word and what it has to say is how you "hide His Word in your heart." Even when it seems like the world is closing in on us, God can give us peace, a stillness deep in our souls that will guide us through the rough times. To make it accessible, write or print several Bible verses about peace to carry in your pocket, handbag, or car or post on your mirror. Bible verses about peace I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. – John 16:33, NIV Jesus gave us the above words as encouragement. He knew that life would throw us curveballs, we would lose friends and loved ones, and face insurmountable odds. Yet, he reminds us that if He faced these things, we have the strength to do it too. I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me. – Psalm 3:5, NIV No matter the difficult situation, God can press His peace into our souls. We are safe under His watchful eye. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. – Matthew 5:9, NIV God calls us to live peaceful lives with others and with ourselves. You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. – Isaiah 26:3, NIV Great peace have those who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble. – Psalm 119:165, NIV When you keep your heart and mind on God, He fills your soul with peace. Obeying His commands means not intentionally putting yourself into bad situations. However, [...]