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This part of the book of Isaiah is written in a context of turmoil and oppression. What’s being described here is not the current state. The key phrase is “you will” at the start. The writer is declaring that God will do this.

When all around us is crumbling, unreliable and unstable, it is God who is our rock. He is our permanent. He is our constant. The peace that is beyond our comprehension is available in him.

We have a role to play in this though. It doesn’t simply happen. The perfect peace that comes from the Lord God is available to those whose minds are steadfast. This indicates a choice. Discipleship involves a decision from us. We choose to keep our eyes on Jesus and our trust in God Almighty when it would be easier to lose focus and lose faith.

God honors those who do this. He loves it when we maintain a relationship with him through hard times. It’s during these seasons of life that we go deeper in our connection to him and leave with a stronger conviction to do the same next time it is tough.

Notice that verse 4 contains the word “Lord” three times. This is crucial as it indicates our surrender to and worship of the Lord God. The Lordship of Christ in our lives is totally pivotal to our peace. If we make ourselves the Lords of our own lives, it always leads to turmoil and dissatisfaction.

Questions: In what areas of your life do you need to make Jesus Lord? Do you experience the perfect peace that is described here, even in times of trouble?

Prayer: Lord Jesus, I give you my life. Be my rock eternal.