Can Your Life Have Greater Meaning?

We Can Have "the Peace of God"

In this hectic world, few days pass by smoothly.  Accidents occur, plans go wrong, and people disappoint us.  These setbacks may rob us of  happiness.  to those serving Jehovah God, though, the Bible promises an inner contentment-"the peace of God."  How do we acquire this peace?

The apostle Paul wrote:  "Do not be anxious over anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus."  (Philippians 4:6, 7)  Instead  of trying to carry our problems alone, we need to pray fervently, throwing our daily burdens on God.  (Psalm 55:22) Faith that he responds to such supplication through his Son, Jesus Christ, will increase as we grow spiritually and discern how God helps  us. -John 14:6, 14;  2 Thessalonians 1:3.

After we have built up our confidence in Jehovah God, the "hearer of prayer," we are better able to cope with trials, such as prolonged sickness, old age or bereavement.  (Psalm 65:2)  For a  truly meaningful life, however, we mus also take the future into account.

Next time: Rejoice in the Hope Ahead

Watchtower, 2000