Author Darlene J. Conard

This morning, at a little past 5 a.m., I was enveloped by the unmistakable presence of the Lord in my bedroom. The verses in Philippians 4:1-8 resonate with a peace that surpasses human understanding and cannot be replicated by the world, a peace I felt in that very moment!

“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” (Philippians 4:1-8 KJV)

Let’s break these verses down.

“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. “

• Don’t be afraid to confide in God about your needs, concerns, or struggles. Tell Him all about it, then give Him a heartfelt thank you and praise for who He is! Gratitude is the key to finding peace amid our struggles.

As I sat at the table, a moment of divine communication occurred when the Lord spoke to me, saying, “Darlene, too many of My people are pleading with me for the things I have promised them. I’m patiently waiting for them to believe in my promises.” For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.”  (2 Corinthians 1:20 KJV)

“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”

• The peace of God is unexplainable. It’s one of those things you have to experience for yourself.

The world tries to imitate peace. A peace that is a false peace. The enemy masks sin as being better than serving God.  Hebrews 11:24-25 says, “By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter; Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;” It’s not worth it! Jesus is the true peace!

“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”

When you meditate on God’s teachings, reflect on His word and seek His understanding. If the thoughts occupying your mind do not align with truth, purity, or loveliness and do not lead to enlightenment, then they are not from God. Ask God to grant you the discernment to distinguish between good and evil and to reveal the truth about the situations you are facing.

Beloved, I am testifying for the first time in my life. I have had a steady, sound mind for months! God has healed my thoughts! There’s just something about the way God increases your faith!

God is good, and I pray for you that you will grow in grace and abundance in His spirit!

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