PEACE IN CRISIS
Ted was a police officer. One day after responding to a report of
violence, he said the situation turned life-threatening. A man had stabbed
someone and then menacingly turned the blade toward Ted. A fellow officer had
taken position and fired his weapon at the assailant as he attacked Ted. The
criminal was subdued, but Ted was shot in the crossfire. As he was driven by
ambulance to the hospital, he felt deep waves of peace flowing over his soul
from the Holy Spirit. Ted felt so tranquil that he was able to offer words of
comfort to the law enforcement officer who was emotionally distraught over the
crisis.
The Lord Jesus promised us peace in crisis. Just hours before His own
crucifixion, Christ comforted His disciples with these words: “Peace I leave
with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let
not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid” (John 14:27).
What is your worst fear? If you should have to face it, Christ will be
there with you. Trusting Him through prayer makes available “the peace of God,
which surpasses all understanding,” and it “will guard your hearts and minds
through Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:7).
The secret of peace is to give every anxious care to God. (RBC)
