Find Peace Resting In God.
- homelesslongisland
- Aug 3
- 3 min read
Updated: 3 hours ago
Question:
How can we find peace by resting in God?
Answer:
Resting in God leads to peace through faith, prayer, and trust in His promises. By surrendering our worries and seeking His presence, we find solace in His strength and guidance. Meditation on scripture, focusing on God’s goodness, and participating in worship can enhance this experience, allowing us to feel His peace deeply and strengthen our relationship with Him
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Key Scriptures:
1. Matthew 11:28-30 (NLT)
> "Then Jesus said, 'Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.'"
2. Psalm 23:1-3 (NLT)
> "The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name."
3. Philippians 4:6-7 (NLT)
> "Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus."
4. Isaiah 26:3 (NLT)
> "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!"
5. Hebrews 4:9-11 (NLT)
> "So there is a special rest still waiting for the people of God. For all who have entered into God’s rest have rested from their labors, just as God did after creating the world. So let us do our best to enter that rest. But if we disobey God, as the people of Israel did, we will fall."
Finding peace in God
is a deeply personal journey that involves trust and surrender. By reflecting on these scriptures from the New Living Translation (NLT), engaging in prayer, and leaning on faith, we can begin to experience the profound peace that comes from resting in God. This study aims to provide you with spiritual tools and insights to cultivate a life filled with His peace and rest.
Invitation to Accept Jesus:
If you have not yet received Jesus as your Lord and Savior, or would like to re-dedicate, I invite you to take this important step today. Jesus loves you and desires a personal relationship with you.
Salvation Prayer:
Pray this simple prayer sincerely from your heart:
"Dear Jesus, I admit that I am a sinner and need Your forgiveness. I believe that You died for my sins and rose again. I now accept You as my Lord and Savior. Please come into my heart and help me to follow You every day. Thank You for saving me. Amen."
If you prayed this prayer:
Congratulations! You have a new life in Christ. Reach out to a local church or a community of believers to help you grow in your faith.
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Online Resources:
- BibleGateway.com (for various translations)
- YouVersion Bible App
- GotQuestions.org
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