Welcome to today’s daily devotional on “Finding Peace in the Midst of Chaos.” You see, life can be full of uncertainties and challenges that can easily overwhelm us and cause chaos in our hearts and minds. However, in the midst of all these, we have promises of peace from God’s word.

Come with me and let us explore how we can find true peace in the midst of whatever chaos we face so that we will be sustained and never be shaken.

» Saturday, 25th February 2023 | I Stand In The Gap Daily Devotional | Finding Peace in the Midst of Chaos.

Yesterday, we shared “God’s prescription for healing a community”, and today’s is about “Finding Peace in the Midst of Chaos.”

Anchor verse of the day

“Cast your burden on the Lord, and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved.”

Psalm 55:22 (NKJV)

Our anchor verse of Psalm 55:22 invites us to entrust our needs to the Lord and put our faith in His provision. We can turn to God for serenity and strength when we feel overpowered by the chaos and difficulties of life. We are reminded that even in the midst of chaos, we can have a firm foundation in our confidence in God by the guarantee that the Lord would never permit the righteous to be swayed.

Themes in Psalm 55:22

  • Burden: The passage discusses the weight that we all bear in life. These weights may manifest as the daily tensions, fears, or anxieties that we experience. The text exhorts us to give these burdens to the Lord, who is ready to accept them.
  • Trust: We must have faith in the Lord in order to give Him our burdens. We must have faith that He will accept our burdens and provide us with the assistance we require.
  • Support: When we throw our burdens on the Lord, the scripture promises that He will uphold us. This indicates that He will give us the power and encouragement we need to go over our obstacles.
  • Righteousness: The righteous will be constant and unwavering in their confidence and trust in the Lord since it is promised that He will never allow them to be moved.

Background to Psalm 55:22

Psalm 55:22 is part of a lament attributed to David. Although the psalm’s historical context is unclear, it has been speculated that David may have been running away from his rebellious son Absalom who attempted to undermine his dynasty (2 Samuel 15-18).

David conveys his anguish and sense of betrayal by those near him, and prays to God, asking Him to hear his request and grant him both peace and protection from his adversaries.

In the midst of trials and troubles, the words “Cast your burden on the Lord, and He shall support you” (Psalm 55:22) express faith in God’s care and protection. It serves as a reminder that we can find comfort and rest in God’s presence even in the midst of chaos and upheaval.

Similar Bible verses to Psalm 55:22

Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.

Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)

Jesus is asking those who are carrying some sort of weight in life to turn to Him and find rest. He assures them that He will bear their loads and grant them rest for their souls.

This text exhorts us to seek Jesus in times of stress and to put our faith in Him to bear our problems.

Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

1 Peter 5:7 (NKJV)

This verse urges believers to lay their worries and troubles on God. It underlines the notion that God loves His people and is ready to carry their burdens.

In the preceding verses of 1 Peter 5, the apostle Peter addresses the elders and exhorts them to enthusiastically and cheerfully shepherd God’s flock while also setting a good example for the younger members of the church.

He then addresses the entire congregation, exhorting them to lay their worries on God and submit to His mighty hand. Rather than clinging onto or attempting to handle one’s obligations alone, the word “casting” signifies a complete surrender of one’s burdens to God.

Reflection on finding peace in the midst of chaos

Just maybe you may be going through a trying moment right now and that the commotion around you may make you feel overwhelmed. I will entreat you to heed to the promise in the Word of God.

You can rest assured that God is with you despite any chaos because you are a believer. He assures you that He will support you and prevent the difficulties you are dealing with from shaking you.

The righteous, those who have placed their faith and trust in God, are included in this promise, not just a select few.

Therefore, I urge you to place all of your concerns and problems on Him. Pray for Him to take care of them, and then give them to Him. Knowing that God is in charge and will meet your needs will help you find serenity in the midst of chaos.

Keep in mind how much God loves and cares for you. Even in the midst of chaos, He wants you to sense His serenity. Thus, cling to Psalm 55:22’s promise and put your faith in the Lord to help you get through this trying period.

As you do the above, the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus’ name.

Let us pray

Rock of Ages,

I am before you now on behalf of a fellow Christian who may presently be experiencing some sort of confusion and chaos. Lord, Psalm 55:22 in Your book tells us to lay our burdens at your feet and trust that You will uphold us.

Based on that, I ask that You grant my fellow believer the courage to hand over their responsibilities to You, to let go of their concerns and fears, and to put their trust in the fact that You are in control of every circumstance of theirs.

I ask that You grant them your indescribable peace, which surpasses all understanding. As they negotiate the confusion and ambiguities of life, may your serenity keep their hearts and minds safe.

I ask that You give them insight and wisdom as they make choices and take steps to go forward. Father, assure them that You will support them throughout the process and that you won’t abandon them.

Lord, I ask that during this trying time, who ever is reading this, might powerfully encounter your love, grace, and mercy.

May they find solace and hope in your promises and consolation in the knowledge that You are orchestrating everything for their benefit.

In Jesus’ mighty name, I pray.

Amen.