– Trusting God at every step.
There’s a type of anxiety that doesn’t make a lot of noise. It sneaks in slowly. It hides behind your “I’m fine” and waits for you to be still so it can speak the loudest. I know that voice. I’ve brought it into work meetings, worship services, even into prayer—where I said all the right words, but my heart was still racing.
Peace isn’t a one-time destination. It’s a decision—repeatedly—to trust God with what you don’t understand.
Anxiety says, “What if?” Peace says, “Even if.”
In Philippians 4:6–7 (NLT), Paul writes:
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand.”
That’s not a promise that peace arrives before the problem is resolved. It’s a promise that peace can come even as the problem is still present.
And here’s what’s real: sometimes peace doesn’t look like a perfectly calm day. Sometimes it’s just *making it through the day* without being consumed by fear. That’s progress. That’s victory.
God doesn’t shame us for being anxious. He invites us to let it go.
What Trust Looks Like in Real Life:
- It looks like worship even when your hands are shaking.
- It sounds like prayer that starts with “I don’t know how…”
- It feels like taking the next small step without all the answers.
Peace isn’t always a feeling—it’s a posture. A spiritual position that says, “God, I’m choosing You over my what-ifs.”
One day, I realized I was tired of rehearsing my fear and wanted to start rehearsing His faithfulness. The truth is, God has never failed to walk me through. Even when I doubted Him. Even when I didn’t trust myself.
If you’re in a place where your heart is noisy and your thoughts are crowded, take a breath. That breath is proof that you’re still here, still growing, still trusting—even if it feels unsteady.
Anxiety doesn’t disqualify you from peace. It just reminds you how much you need the Prince of Peace.
And you’re not walking alone.
Scripture Reflection:
“You will keep the mind that is dependent on You in perfect peace, for it is trusting in You.” – Isaiah 26:3 (CSB)
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.
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Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr.
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.
