PSALM 46:1-11
I need to get outta here !! Have you ever thought that? Either because we feel discouraged about our job, marriage or the way our life is going or not going.
At some point in our lives, we all feel the need to escape from stressful situations. It could be a difficult job, a relationship, or any other challenge that seems overwhelming. We often believe that we cannot handle the stress and decide to walk away from it all.
You are not alone at some point in our lives, we all experience feelings of distress. When daily stress becomes too much to bear, we may feel the urge to escape from our jobs, relationships, or other challenging situations. However, the Bible provides guidance on how we should respond when our natural instinct is to run away.
God’s truth is that we do not handle stress by fighting against it. Instead, we are called to find rest in Him. The psalmist teaches us to be still and know God, while Peter reminds us to cast our anxiety on Him because He cares for us. Jesus also encourages us to find peace by spending time with Him and learning from Him.
Most importantly, God wants us to know Him and trust in His sovereignty and goodness. By doing so, we can walk through difficult circumstances with inner peace and confidence.
As God’s children, we have the privilege of finding rest in Him and not giving in to the temptation to run away from stress. With a firm belief in His care and a deep understanding of His character, we can face any challenge with peace and confidence.
However, God has a powerful truth for us to hear. The best way to handle stress is not to fight against it but to be at peace. The psalmist found rest in being still and knowing God, while Jesus promised peace to those who learn from him. Instead of trying to escape, we should draw near to God and absorb the truths of Scripture.
Most importantly, we need to know who God is. Believing in His sovereignty, goodness, and love for us can help us grow in trust. With an accurate understanding of our heavenly Father, we can face any circumstance with inner peace and confidence. This is our privilege as God’s children, and we need not let stress become distress.
Joyful-Echoes 