THE UPPER ROOM DEVOTIONAL 2ND DECEMBER 2025, TUESDAY MESSAGE
Stop and Breathe
Teresa Ambord (California, USA)
Today’s Reading
Psalm 85:8-13
Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.” – John 14:27 (NRSVUE)
A flat tire? Not today! I had a critical appointment that morning, 90 miles away. I had only one hour to get the tire fixed and still leave on time.
The only tire shop in town was likely to be crowded, so I prayed for quick service. As I waited, my anxiety rose with every loud tick of the giant clock on the wall. Finally, I conceded, “Lord, there’s nothing I can do. It’s in your hands. Please give me peace.” Waiting there, I heard this verse: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you.” Suddenly I understood what that meant. God has already given us peace. We don’t have to keep asking for it, but we do have to take it in. So there in that shop that smelled of tires and popcorn, I breathed in God’s peace. My shoulders relaxed, and my anxiety lifted. With a few minutes to spare, my car was ready, and I made it to my appointment.
Circumstances still threaten to overwhelm me at times, until I remember that verse. Then I stop, breathe in God’s peace, and say to myself, “Relax, God’s got this.”
Thought for the Day
Each day I will breathe in God’s peace.
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Today’s Prayer
Lord Jesus, help us not to lose focus but to remember that you have already given us your peace. In every situation, help us to walk in your peace, trusting in your power to calm our hearts. Amen.
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