Pressure
People today live pressure-filled lives and it's taking its toll. The American Academy of Family Physicians says that two-thirds of all visits to doctors are stress related, and that stress is now known as the major contributor to heart disease, cancer, accidental injuries, and suicide.
"In this world you'll face much tribulation." Tribulation also means pressure. Jesus says, "but take heart. I have overcome the world." Jesus does not promise us freedom from pressure, but He does promise us peace amidst the stress. Inner peace is a by-product of knowing Christ as Savior and Lord.
"For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared."
(Ephesians 6:15 NLT)
