Prayer for Peace in All Circumstances – Michael Edwards
I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Phil 4:11-13 NIV
Dear Father, I love you. I come seeking your peace that surpasses all understanding. I am not asking today for a change in my circumstances to bring temporary peace. I realize now that a change in circumstances in this fallen world can never give me real peace. The peace it offers is only circumstantial, a false peace that is nowhere to be found when I need it most. The enemy cannot offer me your peace, so he offers this cheap imitation that I have sought all my life. I am tired of chasing worldly circumstances and trying to establish my own kingdom of peace. I now admit that I cannot create my own perfect world in a fallen world.
I now realize that if I trust circumstances for peace, circumstances will steal my peace. If I trust Jesus alone for my peace, circumstances can never steal my peace.
I know this world will bring pain, suffering, and death. I want to be of value to the kingdom as your ambassador when tragedy strikes the lives of those around me. I accept all circumstances, people, place’s, things and situations as they are today in my life and seek your guidance, wisdom, and help. I choose to prepare now to walk in your peace in all circumstances as you have asked me.
I will no longer let the enemy use circumstances to steal your peace from me and the power it holds. Today and forever, I vow to seek only Jesus peace that overcomes all circumstances. The peace my brother Jesus bequeathed to me. Father, I believe I have peace with you today and always because of Jesus sacrifice.
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