At Peace With The Lord

   “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.” (Matt 24: 35)

   Jesus spoke these words as He was explaining to His disciples that many things must occur prior to the end of the world.  He also warned them that only God knows when  that day will come.  We can cause ourselves great angst by using world events to second guess when the end will come.

   Turmoil, wars, immorality, and sinfulness have existed since the fall of mankind.  These were present before and during the life of Jesus and will remain present until He returns in glory.  It is up to us to decide whether we allow these things to cause us distress and heartache.  We can instead choose to focus on the words of Christ, which will never pass away.  I opt for the comfort and peace promised by Christ and His word.

   It’s so easy to look at the world and its’ troubles and grow weary, almost losing hope that things will get better.  Those we elect to high office fail to uphold their responsibilities, causing discord and conflict.  Some who have taken a vow to serve God and His people fail to uphold their vows, bringing shame and scandal upon God’s Church, leading the flock astray.  Even within families there is friction and disagreement over worldly matters of little importance.

   In the word of God and the teachings of Christ there is love, mercy, unity, and hope.  I often remember the words of reassurance Jesus spoke to His apostles, “In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”  (John 16: 33).

   Getting distressed and depressed by the events of the world is the will of Satan.  Trusting in the Lord and finding peace in Him is the will of God.

What a mess we’ve made of Your world.

There is so much sin and immorality.

Yet You promise peace and joy.

I place my trust in You.

Amen