#1,014: Peace is Found in the Presence of God

The 5 Minute Discipleship Podcast

The presence of God is an amazing thing. To think that God is with us is incredible. God is omnipresent. He is always with us. He promised to never leave us or forsake us. But if that is true, why don’t we experience more peace? The answer is that we are not always aware of God’s presence.

Main Points:

1. J. Oswald Sanders - “Peace is not the absence of trouble, but the presence of God.”
2. Most often, we are more aware of our fears, anxieties, problems, and struggles.
These present difficulties occupy our thoughts and emotions. We can let them take over. But when we are consumed with fear, worry, and anxiety, we are less consumed with thoughts about God. So, the issue is not about God’s location. The issue is with our awareness of His presence.
3. So, let me ask you: How aware are you today of God’s presence? Are your thoughts focused on the Lord? Have you spent time with him today? Have you read His Word and allowed it to speak to your soul? Have you made time to worship and pray? Spending time with God is the most important thing you will do today.

Today’s Scripture Verses:

Philippians 4:6-7 - Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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