For years, I’m talking in the area of 30 to 40 years, I have lived the motto “Do it afraid.”. Because of my fears, I never expected to have peace as a confirmation to do something. I prayed asked for confirmation but it usually came through the Bible or a book. Then I did it afraid with no sense of peace due to the fear. In fact, that leads me to my next questions to ponder, What is peace and what does it feel like?
Just recently, as I’ve struggled with anxiety and panic attacks I started reading Joyce Meyers book, Overload How to Unplug, Unwind and Unleash yourself from the Pressure of Stress. It has been an eye opener or maybe I should say heart opener. I have come close to highlighting the entire book. And for the first time, I am starting to believe that I can find that elusive peace in my life because Jesus is the Prince of Peace. That stress and fear can be overcome because Jesus has overcome the world.
Trust and control. Grab hold of trust and let go of control.
““Lord, I trust You with the direction of my life, and I give You control today. I’ll do my part, and I’ll work diligently as You guide me, but I won’t receive the stress that comes from thinking I have to have all the answers. I know You have the answers, and I believe You will guide me to do what is right. I trust that You have a great plan for my life.”” Joyce Meyer
