Supernatural PeaceRecently I was reminded of a time when God taught me a valuable lesson or should I say, I opened my eyes and saw what was always there. That lesson sticks with me some 20 years later. At the time, I was going through one of those trials in life you are grateful for eventually, but at the time it seems like the worst thing that has ever happened. I was hurting, so I looked to God´s Word to find an answer and sure enough I got one, at least that´s what I thought. I was drawn to Philippians, in particular chapter four. Somewhere in those wonderful words, I saw a promise that if I did what was written, God would grant the desire of my heart. So I memorized the words and I forced myself to think about things good, right and pure (not an easy task sometimes). However, within a month it became clear that I was not going to get what I wanted. I was mad at God and I let him know. Graciously, somewhere in my ranting God got my attention, He said: "Walt, you did what I asked and I gave you just what I promised, supernatural peace." Years later it is clear to me that peace is what I wanted and have always wanted. I now accept that things will not always work out the way I want, but my desire is to have peace during those times. When I follow His Son I receive what He promises. Always! I pray you will accept His peace. |