Title: Finding Peace in Troubled Times.

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"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." - John 16:33
Devotion:
As believers, we're not immune to the troubles of this world. We face challenges, difficulties, and uncertainties, just like everyone else. But Jesus promises us something unique: peace. Not just any peace, but peace that comes from Him.

 A Peace that Transcends Circumstances

Jesus doesn't promise to remove us from the troubles of this world. Instead, He promises to give us peace in the midst of those troubles. This is a peace that transcends circumstances, a peace that comes from knowing that Jesus has overcome the world.

As Paul wrote in Philippians 4:7, "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Taking Heart in Jesus' Victory

When troubles come, it's easy to lose heart. But Jesus tells us to "take heart!" Why? Because He has overcome the world. He has conquered sin, death, and Satan, and He offers us victory through faith in Him.

As 1 Corinthians 15:57 reminds us, "But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."

Living in the Peace of Jesus

So, how do we live in the peace of Jesus? We do it by:

- Trusting in His victory over the world
- Fixing our eyes on Him, not on our circumstances
- Praying for His peace to guard our hearts and minds
- Walking in obedience to His Word

May we take heart in Jesus' victory, and may His peace be our portion, even in troubled times.

Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of peace that comes from Jesus. Help us to trust in His victory over the world, and to live in the peace that transcends all understanding. Guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

 Reflection and Application
- Take a moment to reflect on the troubles you're facing today.
- Ask Jesus to give you His peace, which transcends all understanding.
- Commit to trusting in Jesus' victory over the world, and to walking in obedience to His Word.

©Dr Joel Olanrewaju, feel free to share your concerns and thoughts on this using the medium by which you received the message. Share this with your contacts. gbemide09@gmail.com.
Shalom. 

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