Only Jesus can give Lasting Peace

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 BSB

In a story titled “Runners are traveling 10k miles around the U.S. and Canada for the Peace Run” published Friday, it was reported that Runners are traveling 10,000 miles around the United States and Canada spreading a message of peace… Nine people are participating in the U.S. relay this year. Runners on the men's team told KSBY News that two people run at all times and switch off every two miles, while two other people drive in a van… As they switch off running, they pass a torch to each other. “The flame is the yearning aspiration of peace, love, and happiness in our lives and the world,” Salil Wilson, executive director, Sri Chinmoy Oneness Peace Run said… Dedicated teammates will travel up the west coast to Canada and then finish in New York. “The message of the peace run is that peace begins in the heart of each person and you're never too small to make a difference,” Wilson said.

And you know, when it comes to having true and lasting peace and happiness, the Bible tells us that “the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding” can only be found in Jesus Christ. Yet so many people are looking for this state of tranquility in the things of this world… a pursuit that leaves them empty because the “state” of the world is always changing. You see, worldly peace is a calmness that comes from the absence of chaos and/or conflict. But God’s peace—which guards, watches over, and protects our hearts and minds—is a state of tranquility in the midst of chaos and conflict because it is based on our relationship with Jesus. And since Jesus never changes nor do His promises, believers can experience soundness of mind, calmness of heart, and serenity of the soul no matter what the “state” of the world is around them. 

So, if you find yourself in a state of anxiety today, don’t stay there for another minute my friend. Claim the peace Jesus can give by presenting your requests to Him through prayer and petition. You’ll be so glad you did!

Heavenly Father, thank You for the promise of peace You give to all these who have placed their trust in You. Help us to come to You with our worries, fears and anxious thoughts through prayer Lord so that You can replace them with the peace that only You can give. It’s in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen. 

Happy Running!