Scripture Reading: James 1:8
James, the author of this book of the Bible, wrote his letter to the twelve tribes of believers scattered abroad.
In verse 2, he encouraged all believers by saying, “My brethren, count is all joy when you fall into various trials.” There are times in our lives when we are tossed to and fro. There also are times in our lives when the turbulence gets so rocky until we do not know which way to turn. It is then that we are often held hostage by our vain imaginations (Rom. 1:21). Our minds can become so confused until we are unable to make clear decisions n the midst of the storm. The Word says, “Let this mind be in you that was also in Christ Jesus” (Phil. 2:5). When we have the mind of Christ, we can rise to every occasion in any situation. When we are not double-minded, we can keep our focus as we wait on our Lord for our deliverance. God is faithful, and He will come to our rescue. When uprightness and integrity preserve me, it is then I can wait on thee, O Lord my God, with my who mind I trust and wait (Ps. 25:17-21).
When we wait on the Lord, the tempest will quiet in our hearts, minds and lives. We who have been justified by faith are at peace with God, according to Rom. 5:1. The Bible tells us to “let our requests be made known and God will guard our hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:7). He will step into your storm, hurricane, gale winds or blizzards. Moreover, He will calm the waves that beat upon the bellows of your heart (Ps. 107:27-29). Listen and you will hear Him as He speaks to your heart. Shhh....He is saying, “Peace, be still.”
Pray for Pastors everywhere. Remember noontime prayer, we become one at "The Altar." Pray now for world peace. For we know not what tomorrow will bring.
— Catherine Raphael
