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9/17/2010 - Isaiah 26:3 The Key to a Worry Free Life

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SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!

OBSERVATION: This scripture has two prescriptions for peace of mind: first, we have to trust God. Second, we have to discipline our minds to think about Him instead of the problem. How many times do we wallow in anxiety simply because we are not trusting God? We need to remind ourselves of all the times He has been so faithful. We need to say, sometimes outloud, "God I trust you", "I know you will take care of me".
We need to consider what are minds are "fixed" on. In stressful times we tend to think about two things: the problem or something or someone to distract us from the problem. How about meditating on God? Memorizing His Word, especially the book of Psalms, and "fixing" (adhering, attaching, not letting go) our minds on those truths rather than the circumstances we have to deal with.
One more thing: then obey!! When we fix our minds on God, He may very well give us a solution. When He gives it to you, DO IT! Even if it is not the most direct way to address the problem. He knows. Trust Him and obey Him.

APPLICATION: Yesterday was very stressful. I need to learn better how to fix my thoughts on Him rather than my challenges. I need the peace that will come.

PRAYER: Lord, remind me to fix my mind on You when I am under stress, worry and anxiety. As I do, please give me Your peace.

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