Joyful Moments in Christ

Chaos comes in many forms: stressful schedules, strained relationships, uncertain news, or inner battles that others never see. Peace can feel distant when life refuses to slow down. The good news is that Colossians 3:15 reminds us that the peace of Christ is not just possible, it is meant to rule in our hearts. Let’s say a prayer that will help us when the world feels unsteady and we long for calm. We need Christ’s peace to quiet the noise and shape our responses with trust, gratitude, and hope.

A Prayer

Dear Father,

You are the God of peace, the one who calms storms with a word and holds all things together. You are not surprised by anything that shakes us. You know everything about us. Matthew 10:30 (ESV) tells us that “even the hairs of your head are all numbered.” You see what is hidden, you understand what is confusing, and you are able to bring good out of what feels unbearable. I praise you for your power, your patience, and your steady hand over all creation.

I confess that even though I know these truths about you, I often give more attention to the chaos than to your promises. I look at the news, my responsibilities, my relationships, or my fears, and I forget that Christ is still on the throne. I let anxiety rule my heart instead of the peace you offer. I cling to control, wanting solutions on my terms, and I resist the unity you have called your people to live in. My pride, impatience, and self-protection get in the way of harmony, trust, and gratitude. Please forgive me for doubting your goodness and for acting as if peace is out of reach.

Thank you that you do not turn away when my faith wavers. You are patient and kind, even when I am restless and unsure. You have promised that “the peace of Christ” can rule in my heart, not as a temporary relief, but as a steady and quiet strength. Thank you for calling us into one body, for reminding us that we do not walk alone, and for providing joy even in difficult days.

Lord, help me to live out Colossians 3:15 in both belief and practice. Teach me to let Christ rule in my heart instead of my fears. When conflict arises, help me seek unity in your name. When life feels loud, draw my attention back to you. Replace my urge to demand my own way with a desire to listen, love, and follow your lead. Take the chaos around me and shape it according to your good purposes.

Help me to be grateful for the experiences you give me. Help me to show gratitude for the growth you are producing in the trials I face. Let your peace guard my thoughts, direct my decisions, and quiet my worries. And when I forget, gently remind me that your peace is not fragile, but is rooted in Christ himself.

In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Respond

Please pray a prayer about finding peace in the midst of chaos.

If you aren’t sure where to begin, you can use the ACTS method: Adoration, Confession, Thankfulness, and Supplication:

• Adoration: Praise God. Does this topic bring any specific characteristics of God to mind?
• Confession: Tell God that you are sorry for specific sins. Does this topic bring any specific sins to mind?
• Thankfulness: Show gratitude towards God. Does anything from this topic inspire gratitude?
• Supplication: Make requests for yourself and for others. Does anything from this topic inspire a prayer?

If helpful, you can use a prayer journal template.

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