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Peace in Today's Overwhelming World

How can we find peace in today’s overwhelming world? Philippians 4:6 tells us not to be anxious about anything. This command seems impossible, but the next verse gives the key: The Bible promises that when we bring each difficult situation to God in prayer, our hearts and minds will be protected by his peace—a peace that transcends understanding.

Technology is a Double Edged Sword

While technology can be a gift, it has a dark side. In today’s culture we’re faced with screens almost every waking moment. Stories of disaster and violence seem almost inescapable. The gift of constant, immediate information becomes a curse. Thankfully, in John 14, Jesus offers a gift different from anything the world provides: his constant, immediate peace. Want to know more about the peace Jesus offers?

Feel Stressed? Pray for Peace

Have you ever felt stressed and prayed for peace, but then felt disappointed because you’re still anxious? When we’re consumed with worry, a quick prayer won’t solve the problem. Meditating on God’s promises—filling our minds with his Word—is a better solution. When we focus on truth, our minds won’t have space for the lies that cause us anxiety.

Rewire Your Brain

Long before scientists understood neuroplasticity and our brain’s ability to rewire, the Bible provided great advice for mental health. The command in Philippians 4 to think about what is noble, pure, true, and right isn’t just spiritual. Recent studies show negative thought patterns steal from our brain’s ability to function well, while thoughts focused on positive themes increase creativity, growth, and overall health.

Ignoring Anxiety Is Exhausting

Ignoring anxiety can be exhausting. We work ourselves to death pursuing peace in financial freedom. We scroll endlessly, attempting to bury our stress. The very actions we take to numb the anxiety can make it worse. In Matthew 11, Jesus invites us to acknowledge our burdens and give them to him. In return, he promises to give us true rest.

Nights Aren't Always Peaceful

Nighttime isn’t always peaceful. As the natural daily distractions fade from our attention, anxious thoughts begin to crowd in. More than once, the book of Psalms mentions meditating on God while in bed. Focusing on God’s promises, trustworthiness, and protection during the night can combat negative thoughts and help us sleep peacefully.

Stop to Breathe

Have you ever been so anxious that you struggle to breathe? Emails, phone calls, to-do lists, unmet expectations: the stress rises and waves of responsibility threaten to become a tsunami. In those moments, remember God’s promise in Isaiah 41:10—"I will hold you up.” Close your eyes, breathe, and imagine His strong arms supporting you. He won’t let you go.

Call On Jesus

In Matthew 14, Peter jumped from the boat’s safety to walk on water with Jesus. Despite Jesus’s physical presence, circumstances distracted Peter. Sinking, Peter called for Jesus, who immediately caught him. Like Peter, sometimes we leap to serve God, then circumstances overwhelm us. When anxiety takes hold, let’s follow Peter’s example and call to Jesus.

You're Not Alone

If you’ve ever experienced overwhelming anxiety, you’re not alone. The writer of Psalms 94:19 understood how anxious thoughts multiply. But in the middle of difficulty, the Psalmist finds solace in God’s compassionate love. When anxious thoughts multiply, replace those words with the words of the God who loves you. Fill your mind with his assurance instead.

Gratitude Can Ease Anxiety

Research shows practicing a grateful attitude can decrease stress, improve our ability to handle anxiety, and activate brain regions associated with emotional regulation. Interestingly, the Bible recommended this strategy long before researchers did. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 urges us to be thankful in every situation, and Philippians 4 promises gratitude will result in peace.

Peace In Our Broken World

Finding peace in our broken world can be difficult. War, politics, famine, floods, terrorism—our list of worries sometimes seems never-ending. But in John 14:26-27, Jesus says the Holy Spirit will be present in our lives to remind us of Jesus’s words and his promise to give us peace. His peace can settle our hearts and calm our fears.

Stop Scrolling, Start Living

Feeling anxious even though you spent an hour laughing at reels? Studies show a direct relation between anxiety and time spent scrolling, particularly on social media. Effects on children, teens, and young adults are particularly concerning. Philippians 4:8’s direction to focus on what is true, lovely, right, and pure isn’t just a great suggestion; it’s a prescription for good mental health.