How many times have you said, “I am so frustrated! I’ve had enough!”
We live in a world full of turmoil, anger, and hatred. It is so easy to get caught up in the day to day troubles and let it still our peace.
So how do we have peace and experience it even in the midst of trouble? Colossians 3:15 says, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Philippians 4:7 says, “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
We can make the decision to stop letting things frustrate us. You might be reading this blog and saying to yourself, “you don’t have my problems.” No, I may not, but I can tell you that deciding to live a life in peace is a decision that starts first in our minds.
Instead of going to the phone to share all of our frustrations, go to the throne and tell God. Did you know that He is your friend? We can talk to God just like a friend.
We cannot do this in our own strength. So, start your day by saying, “with God’s help I will not get frustrated today. I will remain calm and hold my peace.”
Run towards peace today!
Isaiah 9:6 says, “For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful, Counselor,” Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Here are a few key principles to help you achieve a peace-filled life.
· Start your day off right. Instead of listening to the negativity on the news, put on some praise music or listen to a podcast.
· Find a Scripture that is positive and speak it over your life. Here are a couple to get you started.
· Colossians 3:2 “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
· Philippians 4:8 “Begin to think on the Word or begin to sing a praise song to God. Make a conscious effort to fill your mind with good, pure, wholesome, and lovely thoughts.”
· Listen for the Holy Spirit. If you find yourself getting frustrated throughout the day, take a minute to pray and seek God.
You can learn to let go of these frustrations and trust that God will give you grace as you need it.
Blessings to you!
Kam XOXO
Happy Monday! What is the hardest part about forgiving someone? I know with me it is acting like the offense never occurred.
I might say I have forgiven someone but every time I get the opportunity, I bring up the offense. This is one of the hardest lessons that I have ever learned and needless to say I am still growing in this area.
1 Corinthians 13:4-5 states, “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.”
Once I forgive, I keep, “no record of wrongs.” There goes my detailed list! Just kidding!
To live as Christ, we must not keep a record of the wrongs that people commit against us. That means to live a life that is full of joy and abundance, we must not only forgive but act like the offense never occurred.
I don’t know about you, but I want to live my life to the fullest! I choose to forgive and move on with my life!
