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Peace Be Still…


✨ Peace Be Still

Key Scriptures

  • Isaiah 26:3 – “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
  • Psalm 119:165 – “Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.”
  • Proverbs 16:7 – “When a man’s ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.”

Devotional

I met a young lady who had been facing intense spiritual warfare and persecution after she had a powerful encounter with Jesus Christ. Her testimony reminded me of 2 Thessalonians 1:4–5, which tells us that the trials and persecutions we endure are a manifest token of the righteous judgment of God.

In other words, the very fact that she was under attack was proof that she belonged to Christ, and that her life was now evidence of His righteousness. The enemy—the devil—will always use schemes, agents, and spiritual attacks against the emotions, mind, and will of God’s children to steal their peace and try to take control.

But peace is our inheritance in Christ. The key is learning spiritual warfare—not through fear, but by standing strong in the armor of God (Ephesians 6:10–18) and using the spiritual weapons He has given us.

Reflection

Peace doesn’t mean the absence of conflict—it means the presence of God in the middle of conflict.

  • Isaiah 26:3 reminds us that peace comes when our mind is stayed on God.
  • Psalm 119:165 teaches us that loving God’s Word shields us from offense and traps.
  • Proverbs 16:7 gives us hope that even enemies cannot touch us when our ways please the Lord.

So when the warfare rages, the key is not to look at the storm but to look at Jesus, the Prince of Peace, who speaks: “Peace, be still.”

Prayer

“Lord, You are my peace. Help me to call on You during the chaos and noise. When the enemy tries to steal my peace, remind me of Your promises. I declare Psalm 29:11 over my life: ‘The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.’

Keep my mind stayed on You, help me to love Your Word deeply, and cause even my enemies to be at peace with me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

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The Five Crowns Promised to Believers

One of the most encouraging truths in Scripture is that our faithfulness to Christ is not in vain. The Bible speaks of five crowns—eternal rewards given to believers who persevere, serve, and remain steadfast in their walk with God. These crowns remind us that while salvation is a free gift, our labor in the Lord will also be honored.

1. The Crown of Rejoicing – 1 Thessalonians 2:19

Often called the “soul-winner’s crown,” this reward is given to those who lead others to Christ. Every person who comes to faith because of your witness will be a source of eternal joy and celebration in God’s kingdom.

2. The Crown of Glory – 1 Peter 5:4

This crown is promised to faithful shepherds—pastors, teachers, and leaders who care for God’s people with humility and dedication. It is the Lord’s way of honoring those who serve His flock well.

3. The Crown of Life – Revelation 2:10

Sometimes called the “martyr’s crown,” this reward is given to those who endure trials and persecution for the sake of Christ, remaining faithful even unto death. It reminds us that suffering for the gospel leads to everlasting life.

4. The Imperishable Crown – 1 Corinthians 9:24–25

Unlike earthly trophies that fade, this crown is for believers who run the Christian race with discipline and self-control. It is awarded to those who resist sin and live for eternal priorities rather than temporary pleasures.

5. The Crown of Righteousness – 2 Timothy 4:8

Paul speaks of this crown as the reward for those who long for Christ’s return and live faithfully in anticipation of His coming. It belongs to all who keep the faith and endure until the end.

Living with Eternity in View

These crowns are not for boasting but for laying at Jesus’ feet in worship (Revelation 4:10–11). They remind us that every act of obedience, every prayer, every moment of faithfulness matters. Let us live today with our eyes on eternity, knowing that the Lord Himself will reward those who love Him and remain faithful to the end.

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Repent! that your sins may be wiped away. Acts 3:19

Have anyone ever tried to get to Heaven through the back door? Then when all hell broke loose you ever wondered how things had gotten so bad to the point you became desperate enough to test God by going against the grain? Going in through that back door may seem like it yield quick results but I can tell you now those quick moments of pleasure don’t last and they are not worth your life. The problem with us in humanity is sin, the consequence of sin is death, and the solution to all of this is Christ. No matter what end of the stick you have found yourself in, Christ is the solution, and you must do your part to sincerely repent. You have to let God know Lord I am repenting for my iniquities. He wants us to confess and repent so he can forgive us for all unrighteousness. He wants to blot out all of our transgression and wash away all of our sin.

Some people don’y want to repent because they say they are not ready but the truth is you will never be ready. Who is ever ready to stop doing what they want to do? When we learn all that Christ sacrificed on that cross, and how He died so that we can live a righteous life, we should be eager to taste and see that the Lord is Good. Where there is no vision people cast off restraints. God requires the highest standards and unless we put Him first in our lives we hav’t reached that yet no matter how much money you have, no matter what size your house, or what car you drive. if you do not have Christ as your Lord and Savior it is a lost but we win in Christ.

Jesus came on earth through birth and He is aquatinted with our grief, He was crucified for our sins and he rose from the dead. That is the gospel in one sentence. We need to have a repentant heart. Nobody is perfect but when we start to see destructive things happening in your life, self-examination is always good to find out were is the drought. Jesus tell us if we drink from his well we will never run dry. “The kingdom of God is at hand” repent and out on the new creation in Christ that God has prepared for you.

When you have a repentant heart, you are the righteousness of God in Christ 2 Corinthians 5:21, and set your mind on things above and not on things on earth, for ye are dead (the old you is dead) and your new life is hid with Christ in God Colossians 3:2-3. I am telling the truth in love. No matter what the situation maybe nothing is too hard for God. We love Jesus Christ!