“Peace, I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” John 14:27 (ESV)

Have you ever found yourself searching for peace—only to be disappointed by temporary solutions? Whether it’s the news, relationships, finances, or personal struggles, the world constantly tempts us with counterfeit versions of peace—fleeting distractions, empty reassurances, or avoidance. But Jesus offers something radically different: His peace. A peace that sustains, settles, and anchors us even when everything else falls apart. The key is trusting the promise of that peace.

The world’s peace is conditional—it depends on circumstances. It’s the peace of a quiet day, a full bank account, or conflict avoidance. But Jesus gives a peace that transcends circumstances. In Philippians 4:7, Paul says it’s the “peace of God, which surpasses all understanding. ” This peace isn’t the absence of trouble; it’s the presence of Christ in the middle of it. Notice Jesus says, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you.” It’s a gift. We don’t earn it. We don’t manufacture it. We receive it by faith. That means even when your heart is anxious, even when life feels chaotic, the promise of peace still stands. The peace of Christ is a covenant promise backed by the authority of the one who conquered sin and death.

These are not just words of comfort—they are a command. Jesus is calling us to an active decision: don’t let fear control you. Don’t let anxiety take over. Trust Me instead. We can’t cling to control and peace at the same time. Trusting Jesus means letting go of the need to understand everything and instead resting in His character. Peace isn’t something we chase—it’s something we experience when we remain close to Jesus. In Isaiah 26:3 we read: “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” Peace flows from relationship. If we want to grow in peace, we must grow in prayer, in the Word, and in worship

Jesus didn’t promise that life would be easy, but He promised that His peace would be with us. In the storm, in the silence, in the unknown—His peace is still yours. So today, trust the promise. When the world shakes—trust His peace. When fear whispers—lean into His voice. When you’re tempted to panic—pray. When you can’t see the way forward—remember: His peace is not gone. It’s with you.

Prayer of the Day: Father in the name of Jesus, thank You for the gift of Your peace. In a world full of anxiety, I choose to trust Your promise. Teach me to lay down fear and pick up faith. Anchor my hearts in Your truth. Help me to live as a person of peace, carrying Your presence into a troubled world.