Peace is such an elusive word in our society. It seems like no one is at peace with everything going on in our lives and our world. Sadly, kids aren’t immune to this either. These days, they see and know too much that steals their childhood and their inner peace, which leads to depression and anxiety.
This goes for teenagers, too. They have an entire list of their own struggles with school, peer pressure, and social media. With the addition of in-person and cyberbullying, as well as normal teenage issues like body changes and acne, it is no wonder our teens lack peace.
Our adult children have their own pressures as well, like holding a job while going to school while managing a household. Even though they are adults, they are still starting out in life and trying to figure things out.
Pray for all of your children to have peace in every situation. Remind them they can always turn to God no matter what’s going on. Also, talk to them about doing their best not to worry or be anxious and trusting him in everything.
As Matthew 6:25-34 says, “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life-weather you will have enough to eat or drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food and your body more than clothing? Look at the birds. They do not plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren’t you more valuable to him than they are? Can all your worries add a moment to your life?
And why worry about your clothing? Look at the lilies of the field and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon, in all his glory, was not dressed as beautifully as they are. And if God cares so wonderfully for the wildflowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith?
So don’t worry about these things, saying, “What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?” These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.
So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.”
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