Read: Hebrews 4: 1-11
“A
relaxed attitude lengthens life.” - Proverbs 14:30a (TLB)
As
a young adult, my daily focus centered on the events of my day. I worried about
what others thought of me and about how well I performed. Anxiety and anger
broiled within me, and I often over-reacted to perceived slights and a lack of
recognition. I breathed with shallow breaths and had a very intense
personality.
Over
the years, I learned to relax, to breathe deeply, to notice God's blessings
throughout the day and to look to Him for my affirmation. I walk in peace now,
by focusing on the way God meets all of my needs. He not only saved me from
eternal damnation, He also puts joy in my heart regardless of life’s
circumstances, keeps me from falling into temptation, gives me air to breathe,
nature to enjoy and my daily bread.
I
feel so much joy and abiding peace now, found only from focusing on God (Isaiah
26:3). As I serve my family and work in my church and community, God provides
for me and dwells in me, keeping me serene and sheltered under the shadow of
His wings (Psalm 91:4). Peace comes only when we abide in Christ.
Prayer:
Lord,
help me to hold fast to Your promises and to maintain a positive attitude
throughout my day. I want to be glad and rejoice in You forevermore. Amen.
Thought
for the Day:
Relax
in the Spirit and enjoy the crisis. – James 1:2