"While we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal." (2 Corinthians 4:18)
It is a journey of "rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer" (Romans 12:12).
The Promise of the Covenant
In the book of Isaiah, God gives us a profound assurance:
"For the mountains shall depart and the hills be removed, but My kindness shall not depart from you, nor shall My covenant of peace be removed,’ says the Lord, who has mercy on you." (Isaiah 54:10)
It is one thing for God to promise peace; it is another for us to "key into" that promise. We must lean on His word that says, "I will never leave you nor forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5). The Bible also reminds us that "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1). These words are the anchors that help us steer through the sea of life, which is often unpredictable and ever-troubling. However, viewing life through God’s lens only becomes crystal clear when we are living in holiness and maintaining a deep relationship with Him.
The Battlefield of the Mind
Our minds are often battlefields. Every day, we fight battles in our homes, our offices, and our businesses. We fight battles with self-doubt, battles during our travels, and battles at different stages of our lives. Many of these conflicts are unseen. To remain calm during these perilous phases, you must be certain of God’s presence.
Take, for example, the storm on the sea while Jesus sailed. He is our perfect example of peace. While the storm raged, Jesus was sleeping, yet the disciples were frantic and troubled. When the situation became overwhelming, they called out to Him, "Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?"
"Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, 'Peace, be still!' And the wind ceased and there was a great calm. But He said to them, 'Why are you so fearful? How is it that you have no faith?'" (Mark 4:39-40)
So many of us are like the disciples, keeping Jesus as a last resort when He ought to be our first point of contact.
Choosing Faith Over Fear
Sometimes, the Lord is waiting for us to exercise our faith and call upon Him. Instead, we often find ourselves overthinking, anxious, or regretting what cannot be undone. We should be moving forward and asking the Lord for help.
When Peter walked on water and began to sink, his first instinct was to cry out, "Lord, save me!"
"And immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and caught him, and said to him, 'O you of little faith, why did you doubt?'" (Matthew 14:30-31)
I hope we will call for help today in every area where we feel overwhelmed, troubled, or sinking. The "secret ingredient" to choosing happiness and joy is the faith you have in the Lord and your willingness to ask for His help. Yes, you can live a life full of peace and fulfillment through the help of the Holy Spirit.
So, choose joy. Choose happiness. Choose faith in God and choose to walk the path He has set for you. Do not turn to your left or to your right.
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." (Romans 12:2)
I hope that through this article, you have been blessed. God bless you.
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