Devotional
The greatest secret that makes life worth living is not riches, possessions nor assets, but it is peace (John 14:27). And one of the reasons why too many people are depressed and unhappy despite their place and positions in the society is because they lack peace in their lives. So, as the new year begins, it’s right, we discover how peace could make a life worth living. Basically, we shall be looking at the three (3) foundational areas of life that we must have peace if we want to be fulfilled, content and joyful in this year. They are peace with God, peace with ourselves and peace with others. We look at peace with God today and subsequently at others.
Key Scripture
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.Romans 5:1 NIV
Refreshing for the Day
The first phase to finding peace is learning to trust God through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Jesus is the Prince of Peace (Isa. 9:6), and when we know Him as Lord and Savior, we have access to everything we need to live a full, joyful and peaceful life. Trying to figure out everything in life on our own will steal our peace, but when we trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding; in all our ways submit to Him, He will make our paths straight (Prov. 3:5-6). Stay Refreshed and Happy New Year!
Note This
The greatest secret that makes life worth living is not riches, possessions nor assets, but it is peace. Peace with God.
Responsibility
So, go to Jesus today, seek to have a relationship with Him, and you will have peace in life.
Pause in His presence
Prayer
O LORD, I come to You today, in all my ways I submit to You, cause me to have peace in life, in Jesus’ name, Amen!
Carry this with you
Prophetic Word
May the peace of the Lord be upon you and yours, now and always, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!
Bible Texts
Rom 5:1, Jn 14:27, Isaiah 9:6