“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 NIV
There is a kind of tranquility that this world offers that is thin and temporary, more like a ceasefire than true calm. It flickers like a candle in the wind, easily snuffed out by bad news, a broken relationship, or the uncertainty of tomorrow. But Jesus speaks of another kind of peace—His peace, a peace that stays. Not the world’s best attempt at comfort, but the rich, abiding, unshakable presence of the Prince of Peace Himself.
In John 14, Jesus speaks these words while preparing His disciples for His departure. He knows they will face fear, sorrow, and confusion. Yet, even as He heads toward the cross, He promises them tranquility, a peace that stays. Not just any peace—His peace.
This tranquility is not the absence of problems but the presence of Christ in the midst of them. It’s the soul-deep stillness that says, “Even here, God is with me.” It’s the voice that quiets the storm inside, even if the storm outside still rages.
Jesus doesn’t give as the world gives—impulsively, conditionally, or temporarily. His gift is steady. Permanent. Free. When He says, “Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid,” it’s not a suggestion born from ignorance of your circumstances. It’s a divine invitation to rest, even when the world is restless.
So today, whatever chaos surrounds you—whether it’s noisy kids, a heavy diagnosis, a quiet loneliness, or the clamor of your own thoughts—pause. Breathe in the truth: Jesus has left you His peace. It’s yours to keep. A peace that stays
Let your heart be still, your mind be calmed, and let your soul lean into His nearness. This is not a fragile tranquility. It is anchored in Heaven, sealed by the cross, and alive in your heart.
Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for Your peace—a tranquility the world cannot steal, and circumstances cannot shatter. Teach me to receive it fully, walk in it daily, and share it freely. Help me quiet every fear and rest in the truth that You are with me. Amen.