Peaceful Living

Happy Sunday!

Happy Veteran's Day!  Thanks to all the brave men and women who serve and have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Isaiah 26:3 says, "You will guard him and keep him in perfect and constant peace whose mind [both its inclination and its character] is stayed on You, because he commits himself to You, leans on You, and hopes confidently in You."(Amplified Classic).  The Message Version says it like this, "People with their minds set on you, you keep completely whole. Steady on their feet, because they keep at it and don’t quit".

This world is noisy.  So many things bombarding us daily.  News, politics, weather, sports, job responsibilities, family responsibilities, traffic, neighbors, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, friends, and foes.  I'm sure you can add a few more to the list.  There are a lot of things to think on and think about.  The scripture doesn't describe a life free of obstacles or distractions, but it describes a life of peace.  Jesus said, "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world."(John 16:33, KJV).  Don't miss this!  In this world we can expect some trouble, but it is possible to be cheerful.  It is possible to have peace!  Jesus said so, and I believe it!

My Aunt, Pastor Theaha McClendon used to say that she got up early to get on top of things before things had a chance to get on top of her.  If you knew her, you can testify that this was true.  Before 9 am each morning, she'd already been praying, studying and interceding, and walked several miles for exercise.   Jesus gave us a command and a promise, "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."(Matthew 6:33, KJV).  Jesus went on to say, "Give your entire attention to what God is doing right now, and don’t get worked up about what may or may not happen tomorrow. God will help you deal with whatever hard things come up when the time comes."(Matthew 6:34, Message).

Praying you enjoy a peaceful week!

Love and prayers, Cynthia