When the World is Loud, Find the Stillness Within There is a specific kind of noise that starts the moment our eyes open. It isn’t always the sound of traffic or the news; often, it’s the internal noise of "to-do" lists, yesterday’s regrets, and tomorrow’s anxieties. But here is the truth we often forget: Peace isn't the absence of noise; it's the presence of God. In John 14:27, Jesus says, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives." The world gives peace only when everything is going well. God gives peace even when the storm is still raging. Surviving vs. Prevailing Many of us spend our days just trying to survive the next hour. But you were created for more than just survival. You were created to prevail. To prevail means to be victorious, to overcome, and to be of greater strength. That strength doesn't come from your morning coffee or your own willpower—it comes from the stillness found in His prese...
When a child of God bends the knee, several supernatural things begin to unfold: 1. God Steps In as Defender “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 When you kneel, you step back so God can step forward. 2. Heaven Begins to Fight for You “The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him.” — Psalm 34:7 God sends reinforcement when you pray. 3. Your Heart Aligns With God’s Will Prayer doesn’t just move God — it shapes you. It brings your will into agreement with His. 4. You Gain Strength You Didn’t Have Before “Those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength.” — Isaiah 40:31 Prayer gives you the strength to keep going when you’re tired and the peace to stay calm in storms. 5. You Receive Spiritual Intelligence “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path.” — Proverbs 3:6 When you kneel, God gives you insight, instruction, and direction that human wisdom cannot produce. Modern-Day Example: The Door T...