Experiencing Jesus Together Through LentSample

Day 15: 

Scripture:
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”  Isaiah 26:3 NIV

A Call To: Meditate
The word ‘steadfast’ means, “firmly fixed in place.” No one is born steadfast; we slowly become steadfast through training and repetition. It is a choice to over and over and over again think about God and walk out our trust in Him. When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness after fasting 40 days and nights, He was able to stay firmly grounded in truth because He had cultivated a steadfast mind through years of personal devotion to His Heavenly Father. Jesus was firmly fixed in place. His faith wasn’t limited to certain moments; it was every moment. Jesus remained resolute at a time when His identity was being questioned. Every moment His mind, heart and actions were aligned with God the Father and in that alignment, there was perfect trust, and perfect peace. This could not have been easy since scripture says, “…He learned obedience from what he suffered.” (Hebrews 5:8) To say ‘yes’ to God and His plan is to learn through everyday situations, both good and difficult, how to be resolute. Peace follows saying ‘yes’ to God and His ways over and over and over again. Just like Jesus.

Reflection:
Where do you set your mind?

Praise + Prayer:
Lord Jesus~thank You for being steadfast! For trusting God the Father all the time. I confess I struggle. Since You are my Lord and Savior, fill me with Yourself. Train me to be steadfast in my trust of Your love, forgiveness and plan. And, as a result, may I experience daily the peace only You provide. Thank you! Amen.