Serenity Saturday Peace In Knowing Help Is On The Way
Saturday August 13, 2016
In the past we may have experienced countless days of chaos in circumstances that were too much for us. Feelings of dread, fear and panic encompassed our being. Feeling out of control was horrible. We did not know what to do. We had no idea where to turn. Thankfully, as we now live in recovery with God, we have someone who is near and available to give us the help and comfort we need when difficult circumstances arise.
Jesus said: I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. (John 16:33 NLT)
We all need someone to come alongside and support us. We need someone who, in the middle of an impossible situation says, “I know what to do. Let me help you.” The relief that comes in those knowing moments often results in tears after the tension settles. What was so horrible is no longer a threat.
Obsessive thoughts and temptations are like big bullies. Behind them is the evil one, Satan, a fierce enemy who desires to keep us in trouble. God, on the other hand, is our higher power whose desire is to bring us peace and sanity. God is so committed to us finding life and peace that He sent His Only Son into the world to give His life for it. Jesus died on the cross, defeated Satan and stripped him of all his power. Now Jesus offers to come alongside us and help us stand firm in His victory over Satan. We truly have nothing to fear when God is our defender.
For God in all his fullness was pleased to live in Christ, and through him God reconciled everything to himself. He made peace with everything in heaven and on earth by means of Christ’s blood on the cross. (Colossians 1:19-20 NLT)
Jesus is the Higher Power who can restore us to peace and sanity. Today, let’s ask for His help as we come to believe He is who He says He is and does what He says He will do.
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