Grace Covenant Church - Chantilly Unbreakable Peace
Oct 19, 2025
Pastor Jim discusses the challenge of finding peace in today's chaotic world. He contrasts worldly peace with the unbreakable peace given by Jesus, backed by personal stories. Through biblical stories, including Jesus calming storms and walking on water, listeners are reminded of God's presence in tough times. Practical steps to receive peace, like prayer and thanksgiving, are shared. The talk culminates in an invitation for spiritual renewal, encouraging listeners to embrace peace and the Holy Spirit in their lives.
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Peace Beyond Circumstances
- Jesus offers a peace that remains even when circumstances are catastrophic and fearful.
- That peace is a fruit of the Spirit that can suffocate anxiety from within regardless of external news or prognosis.
Peace During A Medical Scare
- Pastor Jim recounts Kathy's scare decades ago when doctors suggested brain cancer and his immediate visceral fear while driving home.
- Suddenly a powerful inner peace rose up and suffocated his anxiety, showing God's presence amid crisis.
Authority Over Life's Storms
- Jesus demonstrates authority over storms, rebuking wind and waves which symbolizes control over demonic or chaotic forces.
- That same authority is available to calm the storms in our lives when Jesus is invited into our 'boat.'