I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in Him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15: 13 NLT

Life provides moments to welcome joy and recognize when it’s placed in our hearts. But, often worry robs us of discovering what we need. It dominates the trusting of our hearts and never allows peace to find us. 

Christ places peace where it will be found. He whispers, “I am here” and leads us to a prayer of praise. When we’re in the middle of difficult circumstances, He reveals the power of His presence in our lives. He leads us to a place of calm and shows how to welcome strength. 

God has a plan for our days. We won’t always understand the timing of His will or recognize how He will lead us. But, He will teach us to TRUST. And, when we have been guided by grace, He will provide HOPE for those who recognize calm is found in the Spirit of His strength. 

Christ will carry us. He will lift us where we see glimpses of what’s ahead and help us remain faithful. In moments of great purpose, we will discover JOY. God will remind us He will handle ALL things. And, we will remember PEACE will ALWAYS come, if we open our hearts to praise. 

Dear God, Thank you for your everlasting love. Only You are mighty enough to help us find JOY in difficult days of doubt. Forgive us when we forget to trust in the timing of Your will. We will allow peace to lead us to a place of calm and we will never forget why our HOPE is found in You. Amen