Distractions, stress, worry, self-doubt, anxiety, disappointment, criticism, fear, and depression, mistreatment of our loved ones. All of these aspects of ourselves are enemies of our peace of mind and enemies of our identity and purpose in Christ.

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All of us have experienced one or more of these destructive realities and most of us can say they come and go at various times.

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We experience a break from it.

Then here it comes again.

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We often find ourselves immersed in peaceful atmospheres at various points throughout our walk with God and throughout our week, when we are insulated from the cares of the world, and insulated from difficult situations and even difficult people.

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However, if you’re anything like me, you are faced with moments that disrupt that peace and threaten to engulf you in the pressures they bring.In those moments we have a choice of where we will place our focus and where we will set our minds.

 

It is those choices in those very moments that can set us on a course of hope or a course of discouragement; a course of fear and doubt; or a course of faith and courage.

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Read the following from God’s word.

Guard your heart with all diligence, for out of it flows the issues of life. Proverbs 4:23

Love the Lord your God with all our heart, with all your soul, with all your strength and all your mind, and love your neighbor as yourself. Luke 10:27

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7

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God is calling us to follow the principles laid out in scripture for guarding our hearts, for allowing him to nourish and strengthen our souls, and for seeking his path to peace.

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In this book, I outline 7 Simple Truths. The intent of these truths is not that they only be read once, but that they be memorized and meditated upon daily.

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As you meditate on these truths from God’s word daily, they will begin to

• silence the enemy's lies

• reshape your mindset and

• strengthen your faith in who God says you are

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I am confident that as you begin to internalize these truths you will have a new view of yourself. This new view of yourself is important for several reasons.

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It’s important because you need to understand your worth and your value.

 

It’s important because there are others around you who will be blessed by your renewed countenance.

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Internalizing God’s truth about you is so important because neglecting to do so, will prevent you from living at peace with those with whom you are in relationship.

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You need to know, without doubt:

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You Are Treasured

You Are Resilient

You Are Courageous

You Are Unique

You Are Set Apart

You Are Connected

You Are Covered