Mon., 3/30/20 Devotion (Php. 4:6-7)

Today's encouragement comes from Philippians 4:6 & 7, where Paul wrote these words:

"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."

This text (above) is a great provision and promise of God, made only to faith-ful church members. *Everything* is embraced in this covenant privilege. Are we tempted to be anxious? If so, we may have *all* our anxiety expunged through faith-filled and thanks-filled prayers to God. And, what is the result? A perfect peace in Jesus; and hearts totally garrisoned-about by His sovereign and special care.

Though these verses do not apply to anyone outside the church covenant, they nonetheless entice all people alienated from God to embrace Jesus Christ by faith (and to join His covenant). When and if they do, then they also will experience the peace that only He can (and does) give, (all in Jesus).

[Stonewall Jackson quote: " . . . do pray to God for His mercy, and eternal life through our Redeemer Jesus Christ.” —from a letter to a loved one]