Peace

I have felt peace in so many areas of my life by trusting in the Lord. My trust in Him doesn’t always “fix” things, but my trust changes my perspective of the issues I’m facing. I’m still growing in my faith and I hope to keep growing until my last day here on earth.

I pushed pause on my journey through the Old Testament this past weekend when my dear friend and partner in Real Estate passed away. He and I had become close friends. We often commented about how a partnership can be a blessing when the resources are pooled together to make each stronger. A deep friendship was forged out of our partnership. This week I turned to my favorite writer about Jesus. He quotes Jesus a lot in his gospel and the words of Jesus have really blessed me as I walk through the valley of death and grief.  Check this out….

²³ At that time you won’t need to ask me for anything. I tell you the truth, you will ask the Father directly, and he will grant your request because you use my name. ²⁴ You haven’t done this before. Ask, using my name, and you will receive, and you will have abundant joy.

²⁷ for the Father himself loves you dearly because you love me and believe that I came from God.

³³ I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” (John 16:23-24,27,33 NLT)

I want peace in the midst of suffering.

I want peace in the midst of pain.

I want peace in the midst of crisis.

I want peace in the midst of grief.

I want peace in the midst of joy.

I could exchange the word “peace” with Jesus. I want Jesus in my life no matter what I face, because He delivers peace. He delivers comfort. He delivers me.  I am still learning to pray about everything and trust in Him for the outcome.

This simply song came on my heart this morning before I even opened the Word.

The Blessing by Kari Jobe

The Lord bless you
And keep you
Make His face shine upon you
And be gracious to you
The Lord turn His
Face toward you
And give you peace

Pressing On!

Dwayne