Tag: calming-spirit

  • Praying for a Calming Spirit

    I need neither to fear men’s threats nor worry about them; I simply need to concentrate on being completely devoted to Christ in my heart (1 Peter 3:14-15 Phillips). Help me and teach me, Lord Jesus, to take Your yolk upon me and to learn from You; for You are gentle and humble in heart, and I will find rest for my soul in You (Matthew 11:29).

    God wants us to have a peaceful spirit, to radiate peace to those around us.

    I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears (Psalm 34:4).  I will be sure to fear only my Lord God and serve Him faithfully with all my heart; I will trust the Lord my God and sincerely worship Him. I will think often of all the tremendous things He has done for me (1 Samuel 12:24). The Lord Almighty is the one I am to regard as holy, Only He should be feared; only He should be held in awe (Isaiah 8:13).

    The Lord is (1) good, (2) a refuge in times of trouble, and (3) He cares for those who trust in Him (Nahum 1:7). The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; Your love, O Lord, endures forever – I know You will not abandon the works of Your hands (Psalm 138:8).

    How great is Your goodness, O Lord, which You have stored up for those who fear You; which You bestow in the sight of all men on those who take refuge in You. In the shelter of Your presence You hide us from the intrigues of men; in Your dwelling You keep us safe from accusing tongues (Psalm 31: 19-20).

    The Great God has redeemed me from the hand of my adversary, therefore I will have no more fear of the devil (Psalm 107:2). I let the peace of Christ Jesus rule in my heart since as a member of His body I was called to peace. And I am thankful/grateful/praiseful (Colossians 3:15). I refuse to worry or fall into fear over anything.

    I will have no fear of bad news, for my heart is steadfast, trusting in You, my Lord God. My heart is secure. I will have no fear. In the end I will look with triumph on my foe [the devil] (Psalm 112:7-8). I will go on my way in safety, and my foot will not stumble. When I lie down, I will not be afraid. When I lie down, my sleep will be sweet. I will have no fear of sudden disaster, nor of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the Lord will be my confidence and will keep my foot from being snared (Proverbs 3:23-26) as long as I trust in Him.

    Lord God, blessed am I when I take refuge in You, for the angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear You, and delivers them. Fear the Lord, you His saints, for those who fear Him lack nothing. I am here to testify that those who seek You, Gracious God, lack no good thing (Psalm 34:7-10).  Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous fall (Psalm 55:22).

    I am convinced nothing can separate us from God’s love: death can’t, life can’t; angels nor demons can’t; fears for the day nor worries about tomorrow, nor even the powers of hell can’t keep God’s love away from us. I know that whether I am high above the sky or in the deepest ocean, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate me from the love of God that is revealed through Christ Jesus. (Romans 8:38-39)

    The Lord is my shepherd; I have everything I need. He lets me rest in green meadows. He leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to His name. Even when I walk through the dark valley of death, I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me. Your rod and Your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You welcome me as a guest, anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely Your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will gladly dwell in the house of the Lord forever (Psalm 23:1-6).