It is without question, that we live in a world filled with ever-increasing fearful situations and conditions. News Channels are filled with reports of war, strife, and unstable chaos, that may result in perilous times. Catastrophes and epidemics abound.

As we face these realities, we as believers would do well to remember the words of Jesus in Luke 2:9, 29..."Do not be terrified, for these things must come to pass first..." To this Jesus adds, "Look UP and LIFT up your heads, because your redemption draws near."

God wants our hearts to be at peace and to be at rest. He tells us in Proverbs 14:30 NLT, "PEACE comes when our hearts are anchored in HIS LOVE and not fear.

When "life" tries to steal your peace--I recommend meditating on one of my favorite Bible verses. I John 4:18-19 "There is NO FEAR in LOVE; but perfect LOVE casts out FEAR, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in LOVE--We love Him because He first loved us." It will be a source of great spiritual, physical, and mental comfort to you the rest of your life.

-Dr. Don James