Finding Peace in the Midst of Misunderstandings
Finding Peace in the Midst of Misunderstandings
Devotion by Pastor Alexander Redd
November 25, 2023
"Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge." (Psalm 62:5-8 NIV).
Have you ever felt like people don't understand you or don't know the whole story about something that went wrong in your life? Especially when it comes to relationships, it can be challenging when we feel we have to explain ourselves to seek approval from others. But as Christians, we are called to find our worth and identity in God instead of relying on other people's opinions.
The psalmist reminds us that our ultimate rest and hope come from God alone. He is our rock, our salvation, and our fortress. When we face distressing situations where our side of the story is not known or acknowledged, we can find comfort in knowing that our salvation and honor depend on God, not on the opinions or understanding of others.
Learning to be okay with people who do not know our side of the story requires a deep trust in God. We must trust He sees and knows the truth, even when others may not. Instead of seeking validation from others, we are called to pour our hearts to God, our refuge. He is the one who truly understands us and can bring healing and peace to our souls.
Remember, you have nothing to prove to anyone. Your worth and value are found in Christ alone. Trust in Him always, even when others may not understand your perspective. Find rest in His presence and pour out your heart to Him. He is your refuge, and He will bring you peace in the midst of misunderstandings.
Let's pray: Almighty God, thank You for being my rock and refuge. Help me to find my worth and identity in You alone. Teach me to be okay with people not knowing my side of the story, knowing that my salvation and honor depend on You. Grant me the strength to always trust in You and pour my heart into You. May Your peace fill my soul, even in the midst of misunderstandings. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Get a copy of Pastor Alexander Redd's new book, "Daily Living in God's Peace, " available on Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble BN.com
Devotion by Pastor Alexander Redd
November 25, 2023
"Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge." (Psalm 62:5-8 NIV).
Have you ever felt like people don't understand you or don't know the whole story about something that went wrong in your life? Especially when it comes to relationships, it can be challenging when we feel we have to explain ourselves to seek approval from others. But as Christians, we are called to find our worth and identity in God instead of relying on other people's opinions.
The psalmist reminds us that our ultimate rest and hope come from God alone. He is our rock, our salvation, and our fortress. When we face distressing situations where our side of the story is not known or acknowledged, we can find comfort in knowing that our salvation and honor depend on God, not on the opinions or understanding of others.
Learning to be okay with people who do not know our side of the story requires a deep trust in God. We must trust He sees and knows the truth, even when others may not. Instead of seeking validation from others, we are called to pour our hearts to God, our refuge. He is the one who truly understands us and can bring healing and peace to our souls.
Remember, you have nothing to prove to anyone. Your worth and value are found in Christ alone. Trust in Him always, even when others may not understand your perspective. Find rest in His presence and pour out your heart to Him. He is your refuge, and He will bring you peace in the midst of misunderstandings.
Let's pray: Almighty God, thank You for being my rock and refuge. Help me to find my worth and identity in You alone. Teach me to be okay with people not knowing my side of the story, knowing that my salvation and honor depend on You. Grant me the strength to always trust in You and pour my heart into You. May Your peace fill my soul, even in the midst of misunderstandings. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Get a copy of Pastor Alexander Redd's new book, "Daily Living in God's Peace, " available on Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble BN.com
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