Daily devotion – peace at last
“Let the peace of God rule in your hearts.” – Colossians 3:15
Science tells us what the Bible taught centuries ago: That there is a close union between our minds and bodies. Proverbs tells us, “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” 17:22
We also know that there is a close relationship between our mental and physical health and these and many more other problems are spiritual ills, brought about by the disease of sin. Like poison, they can make us unwell, they can depress our mind and body.
But when Jesus Christ comes into our lives, He removes all guilt, He takes away all our fears. He gives us a love for others and a whole new reason for living and life. Christ’s joy and His peace neutralize sin’s poison – and that promotes emotional and physical health.
Am I saying that our emotional and physical problems will all disappear? Not necessarily. But like a beautiful spring of fresh pure water, God’s peace in our hearts brings with it a cleansing and refreshment to our minds and bodies.
Finally peace!