Choosing the Way of Peace: Lower the Pressure - Living Free - October 13
Choosing the Way of Peace: Lower the Pressure
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Scripture
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7 NIV
Thoughts for the Day
Stress and anger often go together. When pressure builds, patience gets shorter. Small inconveniences can suddenly feel like major problems, and people we love may receive frustration that really started somewhere else.
God never intended for us to carry every burden alone. He invites us to give our worries, pressures, and frustrations to Him.
Sometimes we also need to make practical changes—rest, step away from a heated situation, adjust our schedule, or address the source of ongoing stress.
Consider This . . .
What is creating the most pressure in your life right now?
Ask yourself two questions: What can I change? What do I need to give to God?
Some situations require action. Others require surrender. Many require both. Don't wait until stress becomes anger before dealing with it.
Lord, I give You the pressures I am carrying today. Show me what I need to change and what I need to place in Your hands. Fill me with Your peace. In Jesus’ name…
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