Psalm 91:1 – He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.

Friend if you placed your trust in Christ as Savior and have been studying your Bible and having fellowship with God through the Holy Spirit, you know by now that you are not the same person you were at the beginning of your journey. A lot of growth should have taken place and you should have begun to identify with the nature of Jesus Christ. John the Baptist said: “He must become greater and I become less.” (John 3:30)

The issue of your salvation is settled because Christ, by shedding his blood, has accomplished all that his Father requires on your behalf. All that is left is for you to walk in obedience as you hear God’s voice concerning all the areas of your life. His indwelling Spirit speaks now. Jesus reminded his disciples that he is the Good Shepherd and said: “My sheep listen to my voice, I know them, and they follow me.” (John 10:27). One of the benefits that should accrue to you out of this relationship with God is a certain kind of restfulness. This is not ‘a lay down arms’ kind of laziness, in fact the opposite is true. But what you should experience is peace from knowing that your Father has everything well in hand and can be trusted to work all things out for his glory and your good.

Jesus was very direct in counseling his disciples before he went to the cross: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:27). There is an old song that says in part: “Keep your eyes on Jesus when the tidal wave of trouble round you rolls. Keep your eyes on Jesus, he will calm the storms of life that toss your soul.”  Your peace comes from training yourself to become more aware of God’s presence. His promise to the children of Israel as they faced their enemies reverberates through time to you today: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6).