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Begin with God … He Gives Peace
In the Word
Where can I find lasting peace?
"I will strengthen you and help you …" (Isaiah 41:10b).
Of the Word
Peace is a hope and a prayer of people around the world. How can we have peace when we are surrounded by unrest, unhappiness, even terrorism? God gives His reasons through Scripture. We can have peace because God says:
I LOVE YOU.
"I have loved you with an everlasting love …" (Jeremiah 31:3b).
I FORGIVE YOU.
"… I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more" (Hebrews 8:12).
I HEAR YOUR PRAYERS.
"Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear" (Isaiah 65:24).
I WILL HELP YOU.
"I will strengthen you and help you …" (Isaiah 41:10b).
I SENT JESUS.
"… a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord" (Luke 2:11b).
Because of God's power and love, we can have inner peace no matter what challenges this world gives to us.
Walking with my Lord
Dear Lord, You are the only source of true and lasting peace. When I feel restless and confused, guide me to Your Word and help me to once again see Your assurances to me. Only with You can I confidently face each new day. Grant me peace in Jesus' name. Amen.
Mustard Seed: Begin with God. Authors: Marcia Gomulka, Dcs. Betty Knapp, Myrna Lou Meyer. 15/28 ©2007 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 801 Seminary Place Ste. L010, St. Louis, MO 63105. www.lwml.org
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