A Prayer for Peace through the Holidays
By Lynette Kittle

“At present within the metropolis of David a Savior has been born to you. He’s Christ the Lord! And this might be an indication to you: You will see a child wrapped in swaddling cloths and mendacity in a manger’’ And instantly there appeared with the angel an important multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying: ‘Glory to God within the highest heaven, and on earth peace to these on whom His favor rests’” – Luke 2:11-14

Peace is a excessive commodity nowadays. Desired by the plenty, discovered by few. Typically people imagine if they will collect wealth, household, and a distinguished place, peace will come. But most discover that it’s not one thing that comes by way of different folks, possessions, or social standing. Peace isn’t one thing we are able to create on our personal or discover in worldly endeavors. So how do we discover true peace, and why does it appear so unattainable on our personal and thru our personal efforts?

The place Does True Peace Come From?
Due to God’s nice compassion and tenderhearted loving kindness towards us, He despatched us a priceless present and the true supply of eternal peace, understanding we may by no means acquire it on our personal. Whereas the world cries out for peace and gathers leaders of the world to attempt to negotiate for it, true peace solely comes by way of one individual, Jesus. Because the Prince of Peace, He’s the one individual to ever stroll on worldly soil who has the facility to deliver peace on earth.

As Isaiah 9:6 describes Him earlier than His start, “For to us a toddler is born, to us a son is given, and the federal government might be on His shoulders. And He might be referred to as Fantastic Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.”

As a result of He’s the one supply of true peace on the earth, He guarantees us, “Peace I depart with you; My peace I offer you. I don’t give to you because the world provides. Don’t let your hearts be concerned and don’t be afraid” (John 14:27).

Peace That Chases Worry Away
The peace Jesus delivered to earth calms our coronary heart and chases each worry away. Our hearts not must be concerned by the evil going down on the earth at the moment. When the peace of God is current in our lives, worry can not eat us or stand-up in opposition to it however should again down; it should depart us alone once we belief and take refuge in Him.

Psalm 91:4 describes the safety we expertise once we discover our peace in God. “He’ll cowl you with His feathers, and beneath His wings, you’ll discover refuge; His faithfulness might be your defend and rampart.”

As nicely, Proverbs 3:24-26 explains among the blessings and advantages we obtain by way of remaining in His peace. “If you lie down, you’ll not be afraid; once you relaxation, your sleep might be candy. Don’t worry sudden hazard or the break that overtakes the depraved, for the Lord might be your confidence and can maintain your foot from the snare.”

Let’s pray:

Pricey Father,
Though the world is in chaos, with confusion, unrest, and worry, unraveling increasingly more with every coming day, You, O Lord, are steadfast and devoted, the One I can at all times flip to seek out true peace. So at the moment, I’m turning in direction of You, asking for Your peace to fill my coronary heart and thoughts. Assist me to look in direction of You slightly than at the moment’s headlines.

When worry tries to come up inside me, let your peace chase each fearful thought away from my coronary heart. Assist me to not be concerned about something however in each state of affairs, to show to You with prayer, petition, and thanksgiving with my requests, in order that Your peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard my coronary heart and thoughts in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:6,7).

Thanks, Father, for promising to maintain me in good peace when my thoughts is steadfast and trusts in You (Isaiah 26:3). Assist me, Lord, every day to be safe in Your care over my life.
In Jesus’ identify, Amen.

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Lynette Kittle is married with 4 daughters. She enjoys writing about religion, marriage, parenting, relationships, and life. Her writing has been printed by Give attention to the Household, Choice, At present’s Christian Lady, kirkcameron.com, Ungrind.org, StartMarriageRight.com, and extra. She has a M.A. in Communication from Regent College and serves as affiliate producer for Soul Verify TV.

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