Tuesday, Oct. 16

There's something about autumn.  The changing leaves, the lengthening nights, the birds seeking warmer havens...  Here in Niagara, the busy tourist season has ended, and only weekends see much activity.  Everything is slowing down, quieting, drawing in. It's a season I have always loved.  

Today's verse is from John, chapter 14, verse 27:

 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.

Is there anything more lacking in today's world than peace?  All around us we see anger and fear, stress and conflict.  It is easy to get drawn into the world's unhappiness, but Jesus gives us his own peace to uphold us.  

And he doesn't give as the world gives - only on certain occasions, maybe, or to a select few or under specific conditions.  We needn't be afraid or troubled, ever, because we can always turn to Christ and enter into the peace he offers us.  

How?  Simply turn your heart and mind to him.  Pray, or reflect, or read a spiritual book.  Or take a moment simply to be in the divine presence.  Just take a step, and God will meet us wherever we are.  

Wishing you peace.