Do you know the Peace of God?

Thursday Matters - April 4, 2019
Everyday God's Peace

What is the peace of God?  Can it be explained?  I’ve discovered this: Peace is a knowing and not a feeling.  One evening a few years after my scoliosis back surgery in 2003 the rods along my spine seemed to wake-up and pinch certain nerves so I was in excruciating pain.  Plus, I was on the bathroom floor vomiting into the toilet from the flu.  After hours of this, fear crept in.  

I wanted to feel better but more than that I wanted my fear and anxiousness to leave.  John 14:27 popped into my head reminding me that God gives peace no matter what’s happening to me, no matter how awful it is.  So I said aloud; “Jesus, I choose to receive the peace You give.”  Something happened. I didn’t instantly feel better but I KNEW better. I knew in my heart that God was with me and my pain and sickness would pass. There was hope. Knowing the peace of God rather depending on your feelings is a game changer…everyday. For more encouragement in Everyday Matters visit DebbieGriffith.com