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A Prayer for Surrendering to the Prince of Peace

      Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Col. 3:15

     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

     Dear Lord Jesus, today, like every day, somebody or something is going to seize the passion and preoccupation of my heart. Some entity will be the “boss of me,” the ruler of the manor, the fascination of my imagination.

     It could be my bitterness, pettiness, or cowardice. It could be shame from the past or fear in the present. It could be overbearing people or aggravating co-workers; my greed to have a little more, or my “need” to be criticized less; the lusts of my flesh or the longings of my soul; old regrets or new fantasies; my pet poodle or pet peeves—any of a number of things will clamor for the best of me.

     But right now, in submission to Paul’s admonition, I choose your peace as the ruler of my heart—as the centering and focusing power for this moment and day. No one is better at giving peace than you, Lord Jesus, for you are the Prince of Peace.

     On the cross you secured God’s peace with us and our peace with God. The enmity and hostility between us have been obliterated and eradicated; now there is no condemnation and a full and permanent acceptance. How can I not overflow with gratitude as this day begins, and continues?

     May your peace override the fears and stress, disappointments and irritants, which will vie for my energy today. No matter what news I receive today—personally or internationally, may your peace be more obvious than my anxieties and uncertainty. May your peace especially rule in my relationships.

      Because you have forgiven me, I will choose to forgive others. Because you have forgiven me, I will choose to ask forgiveness from others. Because you are at peace with me, I will do everything within my power to live at peace with others. So very Amen I pray, in your merciful and mighty name.

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