Thursday, June 26, 2025
Hebrews 12:14
Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the LORD.
It’s not up to you to be best friends with everyone. With as many people as there are in the world, that’s just not possible. But if there’s an opportunity to live in peace with someone, why not take it? Not every effort will be reciprocated but your heart can still reflect Christ.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
Every day, a lot of emotions try to rule your heart—fear, anger, and jealousy. They push hard to take the lead. But here’s the thing: when you’re ruled by your emotions, it’s hard to live by faith. That’s why Paul reminds us not to let our emotions take the driver’s seat, but instead, to let the peace of Christ take command.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
When you turn on the news, it’s rarely uplifting. There’s so much evil and chaos happening in the world, it can make you want to shut everything off and hide away. But even amid all that noise and fear, Jesus spoke something powerful to His disciples—and to us. Peace isn’t something you can expect to find in the world. It’s only something He can give.
Monday, June 23, 2025
Isaiah 26:3-4
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD Himself, is the Rock eternal.
If you’ve ever gone bird watching, you know it’s almost impossible to focus on a bird while it’s flying. But once it lands on a branch and stays still—that’s when you can really see it clearly. And it’s the same with your mind. When your thoughts are darting all over the place, it’s hard to let it be at peace. But when you intentionally focus on the One who never changes—the Prince of Peace—that’s when true peace happens.
Friday, June 20, 2025
Proverbs 22:6
Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
When you train for a marathon, you don’t follow a one-size-fits-all plan. You train based on your body. And in the same way, that’s what God wants you to do with your kids. Train them in the way they should go—not just copying what someone else is doing, but listening to the One who created them in the first place.
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Proverbs 29:17
Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.
If you want your household to have peace, then discipline has to be part of the way you raise your kids. But here’s the thing—discipline isn’t about being harsh or using force. It’s about teaching boundaries—healthy limits that protect your child, not provoke them. When you discipline with love, consistency, and patience, you’re not just correcting behavior—you’re shaping character.