John 14:27
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.
The irony of me having to write about this today. I had a tooth pulled yesterday that I broke about a month ago. I have no fear in pain or needles. However, my PTSD kicks in when I feel trapped, strangled or can’t swallow or breath. On the way to the appointment I was all ready for a PTSD moment to kick in big time.
When I sat down in the chair, i was still waiting for it to hit me. My husband and service dog were with me. I did everything worldly possible to keep calm and relax. It wasn’t until I closed my eyes, prayed and took a breath that I was ready to accept the peace God was so willing to pour out on me.
Yes, I live with a mental illness. Yes, I have very little control over my attacks hitting me. What I do have control over is being proactive to my triggers. I also have the power to pray and accept the peace so freely given. I can choose to hang on to that peace with all my might to get me through to the other side of my blackhole. Then I can thank God for that peace and understanding when it is all over with.
Thank You Lord for Your peace and I don’t have to rely on the worlds’ peace. ~amen
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