Daily Thought
Peace is the answer. Hate and violence do not heal hearts or bring unity. True strength and character know when to stand down and when to listen to others. The loudest, the most violent, or the most demanding party doesn’t have the moral high ground. It’s those who seek peace, the good of others, and who are truly compassionate that stand in the right, no matter their cause. We must each ask ourselves what our true motivation is before we address others. If our primary goal is not founded on unity or love then we might very well be part of the problem. If we are not looking to build up, bless, or help others then who are we to blame? (Psalm 34:14; Matthew 5:9; Romans 12:18-21; 2 Corinthians 13:11)
Father, thank You for peacemakers and those who seek the good of all. Please raise up leaders who will show us the way towards unity and love. I ask that You show me my own weaknesses before I point my finger in blame. I also ask that You use me to be part of the solution rather than adding fuel to the flames of hate and division. Lord, I pray for peace in our nation, homes, and streets. May Your people lead the way by doing what You have taught us to do.
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Trusting God with the future is so hard. I know because I personally struggle with this daily. Even though I believe that He is good, all-powerful, and faithful, it’s hard for me to let go. I want to be in control and to know the future now. In reality, most of what happens is out of my hands anyway, but I try so hard to determine the outcome of tomorrow and beyond. So, I have to constantly keep placing my faith in Him and what He has planned. I can make good choices and try to do what’s right, but the future is in His hands. (Psalm 9:10; Psalm 33:20-22; Isaiah 26:3-4; Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28)
Trusting God with the future is so hard. I know because I personally struggle with this daily. Even though I believe that He is good, all-powerful, and faithful, it’s hard for me to let go. I want to be in control and to know the future now. In reality, most of what happens is out of my hands anyway, but I try so hard to determine the outcome of tomorrow and beyond. So, I have to constantly keep placing my faith in Him and what He has planned. I can make good choices and try to do what’s right, but the future is in His hands. (Psalm 9:10; Psalm 33:20-22; Isaiah 26:3-4; Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28)
I was taught that two wrongs don’t make a right. If someone is acting in a bad way that doesn’t justify me doing something just as bad or even worse in return. The Bible tells us to overcome evil with good, not to return evil with more evil. It’s so important to take the high road, especially when we claim to be on the side of right. If we don’t, if we give into the urge to do what is clearly wrong, then we are no better than those we are fighting against. (Psalm 34:14; Proverbs 17:13; Luke 6:45; Romans 12:9, 14-21; 1 Corinthians 16:13-14; 1 Thessalonians 5:15)
Anger seldom produces positive results. There is certainly a time to be angry, and there are situations where we must react to aggression or violence immediately, but anger will cloud our vision and confuse our mind. Most often, reacting in anger creates more problems or causes us to do things we will later regret. When we can control our emotions we have a greater chance of making wise decisions and avoiding undue harm to ourselves and others. Being slow to anger can surely save us a lot of heartache and pain. (Ecclesiastes 7:9; Psalm 4:4-5; Proverbs 14:29; Ephesians 4:26-27; James 1:19-20)
