Scripture Passage: Philippians 4:6-7
6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Reflection
The simple command given by Paul to the Church in Philippi, “do not be anxious” can be transformed into something complex when we try to follow it. What starts as straightforward guidance becomes an intricate road map that leads us nowhere. But why do we forget such a simple command when anxiety takes hold?
When we feel anxious, it’s not that we’ve forgotten we shouldn’t be anxious—it’s that we’ve lost sight of the fact that God is our ultimate source of peace. Isaiah calls Him the “Prince of Peace,” a title that reminds us of His power against anxiety.
Anxiety is something we all experience at different points in life. It can stem from marital conflict, job stress, financial troubles, parenting challenges, or simply living in a broken world. But when fear and anxiety creep into your life, where do you turn? Do you rely on your own accord, or do you lean on the peace that surpasses all understanding—the peace the world cannot give and only God can?
Application
God, thank You for being my peace in the midst of life’s storms. Time and time again, You have shown up when no one else has. God, I pray that you release the anxieties and fears that weigh me down and help me to continue living in Your peace and presence.
Written By: Tyler Logan