“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7 NIV
Not many would consider peace as a guard, but rather a state of rest inside a place guarded by those on active duty. Peace is also associated with escape from turmoil and duty. Yet, peace is what Jesus exuded, amidst the storm. He was asleep in the boat tossed about on a stormy sea. The disciples woke Him saying, “don’t you care we are about to be drowned!” He got up and rebuked the storm showing peace was greater, and actually in charge.
Peace is a fruit of the Spirit. When we allow the Holy Spirit to be in charge, peace results. I have a friend who once said to me, “Di allow peace to be your navigator!” At that time anxiety was in charge. Learning to allow peace to navigate has been a journey for me. It has been a good journey. Yesterday, I spent the day listening to worship music and resting, as opposed to an active day. This was unusual for me as I am a doer, but the choice was a good one. Right now, the dogs are barking and the planes are flying into Kathmandu airport. As the airport is within the city the noise is inevitable. Although it is just after midnight the night is far from quiet. However, choosing peace is a must.
Peace keeps anxiety and annoyance at bay. It must be chosen, as it does not impose itself. Today, in Australia is ANZAC Day. It is the day we remember our soldiers who went to war for us at home. They paid the price for the peace we can choose. Jesus is the ultimate source of our peace, He went to war against our enemy and bought us freedom from fear, death and anxiety, and His Holy Spirit is the capsule in which it resides.
Let peace navigate today! Amen!
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