THE NARROW PATH TO RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD - DAY 97

by Rev. Robert John Cericola, Carroll, OH - EUA

Meditation 97

Be anxious about nothing

Philippians 4:6–7 (AMP) Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests), with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God. And God’s peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Paul in his letter to the Philippians revealed to us, in straightforward instructions, how to walk in God’s peace when faced with the circumstances of life.  Here are his down-to-earth instructions; First do not get anxious about anything, second, in every circumstance pray definite requests and third, with thanksgiving make your wants known to God.

Not becoming anxious about anything in our anxiety charged society, is an overwhelming task that can only be accomplished by applying the mortifying power of the Holy Spirt to stop the body from becoming anxious. Praise Jesus, for the promise, the blessing, of the New Covenant John 15:7 (NKJV) If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.  Therefore, our first step in not becoming anxious is to ask Holy Spirit to fill us with His calmness.

The second instruction is a combination of prayer (talking to Jesus) and thanking Jesus for what He has done. Thirdly, with our hearts fill with praise and thanksgiving we are to present our definite request to God.

The results will be God’s peace will fill our souls and guard our hearts from becoming anxious. Praise God.

Ending Thoughts 

The Narrow Path of obedience brings into our lives an assurance of our salvation, a trusting faith, and contentment with our station in life. Stay on the Narrow Path beloved, God has great things instore for you.