Philippians 4:7 says, "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."  How can peace guard my heart and my mind?  I went through many trials over the last year.  I am taking time to look back and see how this verse actually played out in my life.

I think, in every instance, peace came when I remembered what I knew about my God.  The times I felt overwhelmed and not even close to being peaceful were the times I was focused on the problem.  Taking a moment, in the midst of the tears, and remembering who my God is and how much he loves me and those around me, are what brought me the peace that doesn't make sense.

My God is still in control.  My God knows the pain and the hurt. My God wants the best for me.  My God loves even when I can't. My God grieves with me.  My God forgives and offers grace.  My God is my rock and the one I will continue to lean on through it all.

I have sang a song many times in church that tells my story of trying to keep my eyes on Him.  It is called "It is Well" by Bethel Music - Kristene DiMarco.  The chorus goes like this:

"Through it all, through it all, My eyes are on You and through it all, through it all it is well."

If I am willing to take my eyes off of this world and the crisis that always seems to be looming, look Jesus in they eye as I talk with him and share my concerns, peace that is beyond my understanding does flood my soul and keep me standing.