Overcoming AnxietySýnishorn

Trade Anxiety for Peace

When anxiety strikes, take some deep breaths. Ask yourself, “What am I trying to protect myself from?” Then, talk to God and remind yourself of what is true.

Jesus wants to offer you something better. He wants you to trade your anxiety for peace. He wants you to experience His love, protection, and provision. The peace Jesus intends for us is not just the peace we may experience from having a day off, a less stressful week, or even an extended vacation. It is real peace, no matter what our circumstances may be. It is a peace that cannot be taken away, and that does not change from day to day.

It is so easy to get caught in the grip of busyness and anxiety, to have a mind consumed with so many problems. I tend to constantly think about all of my upcoming challenges—those coming today, tomorrow, and even into next week. It can be so overwhelming, robbing me of peace and consuming my thoughts and my energy. If you are anything like me, you need real, lasting peace. That’s why I love the words of Jesus.

Jesus promised peace that no one else could give. The world can offer you material things: money, clothes, a house, a new car. These are all things that can give you a temporary sense of peace and fulfillment, but that is not the kind of peace Jesus gives. His peace is something that does not change. It can’t be taken away. It is not circumstantial. It’s not just a one-time event. Rather than just a feeling, it is a steadfast belief that everything will be alright. Even if tragedy or suffering comes, Jesus defeated the powers of evil, and He is God. He rules and reigns over this world. This life is not all that there is. We can experience lasting peace, knowing that He gives us His peace, He is with us, and one day He will return, and there will be no more hurt or pain for those who know Him.

Jesus, thank You for Your promise of peace. Help me to trust in You.

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