Dec 16

“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee…” Isaiah 26:3

The secret of a an inner peace is not found in having everything just right in our lives, no problems or challenges to face us, nor by being in ‘harmony’ with the universe around us. Perfect peace - that is peace that is real, complete and lasting, does not mean a total absence of difficulty or trials in life. We imagine at times that we would be at peace if all the outside disturbances were removed, and while admittedly that would make it a much quieter life, it would not in itself amount to genuine true inward peace. The scripture tells us the clue to perfect peace. It is found through Jesus, the Prince of Peace, and received when we lock onto, and keep our mind on Him. He supplies the inner quiet to overcome the worst of turmoil and ride over the waves of trouble, if we but place our firm confidence and trust in Him. Perfect peace then, is not manufactured by the right conditions around us, but delivered into our souls by the only One who can give this kind of peace. When it is found in us, it will condition and affect all aspects of life. It will calm us and keep us tranquil and serene even when storms threaten and toss us. 


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