In a recent opinion piece titled 'Finding Perfect Peace in the Face of Death' by Christopher C. Thompson from Adventist Today, the author shares a personal experience of facing the imminent death of his mother [ff40367a]. The author reflects on the difficulty of accepting the limited time left and the longing for more moments together. The care team has prescribed medications to manage his mother's pain, anxiety, and sleep, but the author realizes that mere knowledge of peace is inadequate in this situation. Instead, he seeks the peace that surpasses all understanding. The author finds solace in prayer, reading the Bible, and singing to his mother, which brings comfort to both of them. He reassures his mother of her secure legacy and talks to her about the hope of resurrection. As the author and his mother approach the end, he believes they may be getting close to experiencing perfect peace [ff40367a].
In a previous article titled 'The Power of Prayer' by Patricia Watson Throckmorton from the Sampson Independent, the author discusses the significance of prayer and its ability to bring peace and comfort in times of anxiety and worry [2f07722f]. The article emphasizes the importance of turning worries and fears into prayer and having a sincere dialogue with God. Throckmorton highlights the Lord's Prayer as a guide for prayer and encourages readers to engage in intentional and heartfelt prayers. The article also mentions the benefits of intercessory prayer and urges readers to make prayer their initial response rather than a last resort. The author concludes by emphasizing the need for wisdom in all prayers and the importance of praising and thanking God [2f07722f].
Another article titled 'DEVOTIONAL: Worry Is Like A Rocking Chair . . .' from The Roanoke Star News explores the negative effects of chronic worry and the importance of finding peace and casting cares on the Lord [fd84a76b]. The article highlights the advice given in the Bible against fretting and encourages readers to trust in God's provision. Chronic worry is linked to health problems, and the article emphasizes the need to let go of worries and find solace in prayer and faith. The author concludes by reminding readers of the peace that comes from surrendering worries to God [fd84a76b].
In an article titled 'A Prayer to Remember Peace' by Victoria Riollano from Crosswalk.com, the author discusses the importance of finding peace in difficult times and offers a prayer for peace [11ab1979]. The article emphasizes the biblical teachings on peace and encourages readers to trust in God and seek His guidance. The author shares personal experiences of facing challenges and finding peace through faith. The article includes Bible verses that encourage believers to have peace and trust in God. The prayer asks for God's help in overcoming anxiety and fear, and for His peace to guide one's choices. The article concludes with a verse from 2 Thessalonians that prays for peace for the readers. The author, Victoria Riollano, is a mother, veteran spouse, psychology professor, and author. The article is part of the 'Your Daily Prayer' series on Crosswalk.com.