No matter the dosage, a prescription is only effective when fully applied. God prescribes us an immeasurable amount of peace, but it’s up to us to consume it daily. The Apostle Paul reminds us that regardless of our circumstances we can rejoice. Whether we find ourselves on the mountaintop or in the valley, God’s peace is higher than our problems and we are able to choose to rejoice in the fullness of His presence. Partial peace is not enough, God’s sustaining peace must be invited into our lives. Let’s invite peace to invade our minds and choose to rejoice. In our rejoicing, we can release our prayers to the God that offers the promise of eternity.

Peace is evidence of a free mind.

1. Rejoice‍‍

While we can’t always control what happens to us, we can control how we respond. Whether celebrating a victory or walking through suffering, we can rejoice always. Peace and gentleness can be ours in the middle of sickness, failure, loss, and grief. When we choose to rejoice, we make space for the fruit of the Spirit to overflow in our lives and praise God no matter the outcome.

2.  Release‍

Bring all of your stress, anxiety, and fear before God in prayer. According to His word, on the other side of your petitions and thanksgiving, is a promise of peace. You are protected by His peace which guards your heart and mind. God’s peace is higher than any problem, pain or struggle.

Have you obtained peace of mind yet? Or are you still giving God only a piece of your mind? Oftentimes, we give space in our minds to think of all that is wrong and not all that is good. But what is good? God is good, and His goodness is what we are encouraged to dwell on. In addition to prayer, peace also comes from intentional right thinking. You can’t have a positive life with a negative mind. Fight against the negative thoughts that create negative emotions with prayer and the truth of God’s word. You can choose what type of thoughts you focus on. The peace that you need is closer than you know for God is near. Rejoice!