Are you searching for lasting peace amid life’s storms? Stress, anxiety, and uncertainty are common struggles, but the peace Jesus offers is unlike anything the world can give. In this devotional, Vivian Bricker shares how the peace of Christ surpasses temporary fixes and brings lasting transformation. Through trusting Jesus as Savior and Lord, we can experience a profound peace that calms our hearts even in difficult times.

Highlights

• The world offers fleeting relief through self-help tips and distractions, but Jesus offers lasting peace that truly satisfies (Philippians 4:7).

• Accepting Jesus as your Savior—believing in His death and resurrection—is the key to receiving His peace (1 Corinthians 15:1-4; 1 John 3:1).

• Jesus’ peace does not fade or get taken away, even when life feels chaotic (John 14:27).

• You can surrender your worries, anxieties, and fears to Jesus and find rest at His feet (John 16:33).

• Lasting peace often grows gradually; remain open-hearted and patient as Jesus works in your life.

• Counseling and therapy can coexist with faith, complementing the peace Jesus provides.

💬 Join the Conversation:

Have you experienced the peace of Christ in your life? How do you handle anxiety and stress with your faith?

👉 Share your story with us on Instagram and tag @lifeaudionetwork using #PeaceInChrist.
Tell us:

• What does lasting peace look like in your life?

• How has trusting Jesus helped you overcome anxious moments?

• What advice would you give to someone seeking peace today?

🎙🎶 SUBSCRIBE to our NEW SHOW — Your Nightly Prayer

🌟 Check out other Crosswalk Podcasts: Crosswalk Talk: Celebrity Christian Interviews

Full Transcript Below:

Can Jesus Give Lasting Peace?

By Vivian Bricker

Bible Reading:

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:27).

Have you ever felt so stressed out that you were at your breaking point? Maybe you were going through a divorce, you failed a test at college, or you simply felt anxious about the future. Did you know that it doesn’t have to be this way? If somebody told you today that you could have lasting peace, would you accept it? The truth is that you can have lasting peace, but the only way is through Jesus Christ.

The world today tries to give us temporary highs or self-help tricks to keep our minds off our stress and anxiety, but these quick fixes never last. While some of these techniques and tips can benefit us and we should utilize them, we have to know that they are not the same as Jesus’ peace. However, therapy should be continued and endorsed within the Christian community. We don’t need to believe that counseling and Jesus cannot co-exist, because they can. 

Nonetheless, Jesus wants you to have the peace that only He can offer you. When you truly have the peace of Jesus, your life will be transformed, and you will feel a peace that you have never experienced before (Philippians 4:7). This peace will wash over you and provide your weary heart with what it needs. 

We can obtain Jesus's peace by trusting in Him and giving all control to Him. We do this when we accept Him as our Savior and Lord. Accepting Him as your Savior and Lord consists of believing that He died for your sins, was buried, and rose again (1 Corinthians 15:1-4). After you believe that He is God and that He died and rose again, you become a child of God, and this is where peace begins (1 John 3:1).

Everyone is looking for peace, but often in the wrong places. Jesus gives the peace that surpasses understanding. He wants you to come to Him and have peace. He never wants you to feel weighed down by the anxieties of life. Jesus gives lasting peace, and His peace begins as soon as you accept Him. This peace isn’t something that is hard to obtain, as it is freely given by the Lord Himself. 

Intersecting Faith & Life:

Jesus says, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:27). The peace that Jesus has given us will never fade away nor can it be taken away. Even if everything around us is falling apart, His peace still remains. While it might take some time before you fully embrace His peace, it is already waiting for you.

Go to Him today and tell Him about your feelings. All of your anxieties, worries, and fears, lay them at His feet. Jesus knows this world is full of hardships and troubles, and He is always more than happy to help us. As Jesus says, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). 

Even amidst the troubles, Jesus still reigns, and His peace is still shining bright. This is the beauty of His peace. We will feel more at ease by knowing the Lord, fully trusting in Him, and patiently waiting on Him. This doesn’t mean that we will never be anxious again, but it does mean that Jesus can calm any storm, even the storms of our minds and hearts. Submit yourself to Him today and rest at His feet. 

With time, you will see His peace wash over you. It may come in small increments or right when you need it. Keep an eye out for His peace and fully embrace it. It is possible to resist Jesus’ peace; therefore, make sure you are keeping an open heart and open mind to Him. 

Do you believe that obtaining lasting peace is possible? Why or why not? Will you make the decision today to have lasting peace by accepting Jesus as your Savior and Lord? Is there something holding you back from accepting Jesus as your Savior and Lord?

Further Reading:

• Philippians 4:4-9
• 1 Peter 5:7
• Romans 5:1-2

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.