Guarded by Peace

This week has been such a gift.

Not because life has suddenly slowed down or become perfect — but because my heart feels settled. There’s a sense of peace in me that feels steady and sure, and I know exactly where it’s coming from. God has been reminding me, again and again, that He is near, that He is guiding my steps, and that I don’t need to carry anxiety the way I sometimes do.

I can feel it — the anxiety that once lingered has begun to loosen its grip. In its place is a calm confidence, the kind that comes from trusting God and truly believing that He is in control. Not rushing ahead. Not second-guessing. Just resting in the assurance that He is working — even when I can’t see every detail.

A big part of this peace has come from my study of Eve as I prepare to teach Bible Study this Sunday afternoon. Her story has been such a powerful reminder of God’s grace. Eve made a mistake — a big one — and yet God did not define her by that failure. He didn’t discard her. He didn’t dwell on her sin. Instead, He named her the mother of all living and continued His plan for humanity through her.

That has spoken so deeply to my heart this week.

God doesn’t focus on the negative parts of our past — He plans for our future. His grace meets us where we are and carries us forward. We are not the sum of our mistakes. We are the recipients of a grace that restores, redeems, and reclaims us.

That truth has been spilling over into every part of my life — even into our home.

This week, we’ve been working on sleep training our granddaughter. It hasn’t been easy. Some nights have been emotional, and there have been moments when it would have been easier to give in instead of staying consistent. But each day, it’s getting a little better. And instead of feeling stressed or defeated, I’ve felt patient. Calm. Hopeful.

That’s not me — that’s God.

I’ve been able to respond with grace instead of frustration, with reassurance instead of anxiety. I’ve been reminded that growth takes time, whether it’s spiritual growth, emotional growth, or learning to feel safe and secure in new routines. Just like Eve’s story, progress doesn’t mean perfection — it means moving forward with trust.

I’m also feeling incredibly prepared for the things ahead. The Bible Study. The Life Coaching class I’ll be facilitating later this month. Instead of nervous energy, there’s anticipation. Instead of worry, there’s confidence. I can feel the Holy Spirit guiding my preparation, steadying my thoughts, and confirming that I am walking where God has called me to walk.

The Scripture that has been anchoring my heart this week comes from Philippians 4:6–7:

*“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your

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Have a beautiful, blessed weekend full of God’s glory and grace.