Daily Devotional - January 3rd, 2026
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” — John 14:27
“Following Christ costs us our comfort, but it gives us our soul.” — Alma Ohene-Opare
Commentary:
The world does not lack for chaos. Headlines shout, opinions clash, and the pace of life presses hard against the soul. Many search for peace by rearranging circumstances, hoping quiet will come once problems are solved or control is regained. But peace built on circumstances is fragile. It collapses the moment the storm shifts. Christ offers something far stronger. He offers peace that stands firm even when the ground shakes.
Jesus never promised a life free from trouble. He promised His presence within it. Peace in Christ is not denial of reality; it is alignment with eternal truth. When the heart is anchored to Him, chaos loses its authority. Like a compass in a storm, His teachings keep us oriented when visibility is poor. The winds may howl, but direction remains clear. This kind of peace is not passive. It is an active trust that God still governs, still redeems, still calls His people to walk in courage and obedience.
Freedom begins in the soul. A person ruled by fear is easily controlled, easily distracted, and easily discouraged. Christ-centered peace restores moral clarity. It steadies judgment, strengthens resolve, and protects agency. When we choose to rest in Him rather than react to every alarm, we reclaim the ability to act wisely. This peace produces calm strength, not retreat. It empowers us to serve, to speak truth with charity, and to live faithfully regardless of external pressure. That is the pattern of Christlike living.
Scripture:
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” — John 14:27
Daily Application:
Pause intentionally. Set aside ten minutes today to silence distractions, pray honestly, and surrender one specific worry to Christ.