Today’s Scripture…
John 14:27
27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Thoughts…
This verse caught my eye today while doing a bible study by Joyce Meyers. I realized this verse never says, you will not be troubled and you will not be afraid. It says to not let your hearts be troubled and do n.ot be afraid. That means a great deal to me!
I suffer from depression and PTSD. Unfortunately, the world, yes even the Christian world, does not always understand or accept this issue. They try to tell you suck it up, get over it! I have even heard of people saying things like you must have done something to make God angry, or you don’t have enough faith. I say to them, “It is OK to Not be OK, and God’s peace for me may look a little different than to you.”
This verse says to me Jesus has my back. He is there for me when I am faced with troubles and fear. He is ready to hold me, rock me, and just be with me until I get past it. More than anything, His peace for me is letting me know it is OK to not be OK and I am not alone. What does His peace look like for you?
Prayer…
Thank. You Lord for your wonderful, perfect peace. ~amen
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