“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” – Isaiah 26:3 (NKJV)
Have you ever met someone who always seems unperturbed, always peaceful, even in difficult situations? In today’s world full of fear, tension, and uncertainty, peace seems hard to find. Yet, in the midst of life’s storms, the believer is called to experience a higher reality, the peace of God which surpasses all understanding.
In Mark 4:35-41, Jesus and His disciples were caught in a fierce storm. The waves beat into the boat, and panic filled the hearts of the disciples. In the midst of this, Jesus slept peacefully. Why? Because true peace is not the absence of trouble, but the presence of Christ in the trouble. When Jesus arose, He rebuked the wind, saying, “Peace, be still!” and the sea became calm. That same voice still speaks peace to troubled hearts today.
The peace of the world depends on comfort, money, or security, but it is temporary. The peace of God, however, flows from a restored relationship with Him through Christ (Romans 5:1). After being reconciled to God, His Spirit fills our hearts with calm assurance. This inner peace cannot be shaken by the chaos around us because it comes from the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6).
In times of trouble, pray instead of worrying. Prayer releases burdens and invites divine calm. Scripture reminds us to be anxious for nothing. (Philippians 4:6–7). Also, be conscious of the fact that what you listen to and dwell on affects your peace. So, fill your atmosphere with godly music, Scripture, and fellowship that strengthen faith.
Our anchor scripture reminds us that peace is for the one whose mind is stayed on God. Chaos thrives on distraction, but peace grows in focus. In troubled times, fix your thoughts on His Word, not your worries. Even when you can’t understand God’s ways, trust that He is still in control. What looks chaotic to you may be God’s perfect plan unfolding in disguise (Romans 8:28).
Peace in chaos is one of the strongest testimonies of faith. When others see a believer calm in crisis, hopeful in hardship, and joyful in trials, they encounter the reality of Christ.
Beloved, storms may come, but you can rest in the words of Jesus:
“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” -John 14:27 (NKJV).
Shalom!
Bible Reading Plan: Ezekiel 4–6; 1 Timothy 6