His peace will guard your hearts and
minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:7 NLT
Believing prayer ushers in God's peace. Not
a random, nebulous, earthly peace, but his
peace. Imported from heaven. The same tranquility
that marks the throne room, God offers to you.
Do you think he battles anxiety? You suppose
he ever wrings his hands or asks the angels for
antacids? Of course not. A problem is no more a
challenge to God than a twig is to an elephant.
God enjoys perfect peace because God enjoys
perfect power.
And he offers his peace to you. A peace that
will "guard your hearts and minds as you live in
Christ Jesus." Paul employs a military metaphor
here. The Philippians, living in a garrison
town, were accustomed to the Roman sentries
maintaining their watch. Before any enemy could
get inside, he had to pass through the guards.
God gives you the same offer. His supernatural
peace overshadows you, . . . guarding your heart.