Understanding True Peace
"6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." — Philippians 4:6-7 (KJV) Key Definitions To understand the depth of this promise, we must look at these three words through the lens of the King James translation: Careful: In this context, it does not mean "cautious." It means to be "full of care"—distraught, anxious, or pulled in many directions by the worries of life. Supplication: This is more than just a general prayer. It is a earnest, humble entreaty. It implies a soul that recognizes its total dependence on God, bringing specific needs to Him with a spirit of "appeal" for His grace. Peace: This refers to Shalom, a divine wholeness and tranquility. It is not just the absence of trouble, but the presence of God’s quietness within the soul, regardle...