Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Inner Peace

From: Bryant Wright Ministries

John 16:33 "These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but take heart, I have overcome the world."

People today live such high pressure-filled lives, and it’s taking its toll. The American Academy of Family Physicians says that two-thirds of all visits to doctors are stress related, and that stress is now known as the major contributor to heart disease, cancer, accidental injuries, and suicide.

People attend stress seminars and devour books on stress. Stress and pressure are a part of life. Even Christ promised us that we’ll all face it. He said, "In the world you will have tribulation." Tribulation also means pressure. He goes on to say, "but take heart, I have overcome the world." 

Jesus does not promise us freedom from pressure, but He does promise us peace amidst the stress. Inner peace is a by-product of knowing Christ as Savior and Lord. The good news is, it’s available to all who trust in Him.

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