In a study on "peace of mind" performed by Duke University, several factors were found to contribute greatly to emotional and mental stability. Among common-sense indicators like avoiding self-pity and accepting challenges as a part of life, researchers identified other factors of peace of mind, including the ability to forgive and avoid living in the past, and a belief in something larger than oneself. Not surprisingly, these findings support God's recipe for personal peace: accept His will; believe in His love for you and His plan for you; forgive and receive forgiveness; look forward to the future.
No matter what circumstances or habits are waging war on your inner peace right now, God can give you the grace to live in peace in His presence.
Dear God, I need to trust You more to experience Your peace. I do affirm my absolute faith in You. Amen.
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'Those who leave everything in God's hand will eventually see God's hand in everything.'
