Share the peace

Proverbs 3:25-26
Do not be afraid of sudden terror,
Nor of trouble from the wicked when it comes;
For the Lord will be your confidence,
And will keep your foot from being caught.

In the wake of the earthquake and tsunami that have devastated Japan, there was discussion in our home this morning about the fact that we live in a geographic area that is also "overdue" for an earthquake, based on history. Certainly an earthquake falls into the category of "sudden terror," and as residents of the Pacific Northwest we have reason to ponder the possibilties.

In prayer, however, we were reminded that our trust -- ALL trust -- lies ultimately in the Lord. It is only in Christ that we can hope for peace regardless of circumstances, even threat of death. Our prayer ultimately shifted to a request for His wisdom and discernment regarding measures we might take to prepare for disaster.

More importantly, I was prompted in conversation with our daughter to acknowledge in prayer God's sovereignty. And I was reminded to pray for, and be prepared to speak boldly to, those who are not believers. Rather than being inclined to worry about myself, I should be inspired to speak of Jesus, source of our redemption and the peace that passeth understanding.

Isaiah 54:10
"Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed."