Episode notes
And God’s peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:7 AMPC
As the scripture says, God’s peace is meant to make us content with who we are and what we have.
When we aren’t filled with the peace God gives, we try to make ourselves content, leading us to become self-consumed. When we choose to deal with the worry that God’s peace is meant to relieve, we are freed up from selfishness and can love God and others.
Join Russ as he talks with Ray Kim about his devotional “Why Am I So High-Strung? 5 Signs Your Anxiety is Owning You,” and learn how to tackle the worry in your life.
References
- Why Am I So High-Strung? 5 Signs Your Anxiety is Owning You
- The Last Samurai
- Bruce Lee
- Denzel Washington
- Tom Hanks
- Morpheus
- Jason Bourne
- James Bond
- Cool Hand Luke
- Spock
Scriptures Referenced
- Philippians 4:4-7 AMPC Rejoice in the Lord always [delight, gladden yourselves in Him]; again I say, Rejoice! [5] Let all men know and perceive and recognize your unselfishness (your considerateness, your forbearing spirit). The Lord is near [He is coming soon]. [6] Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition ( definite requests), with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God. [7] And God’s peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
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The Deep Spirituality Podcast is a show about having spiritual conversations. Join our Editor-in-Chief Russ Ewell and guests as they have candid discussions on spiritual topics ranging from faith to anxiety to vulnerability, inspiring you to go deeper in your relationship with God and have challenging and honest conversations of your own.
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