Minister’s Musings - Jan. 28, 2026

Minister's Musings: When events in the world feel horrifying, our nervous systems can easily move into fear, anger, or despair. Yet peace is not something we wait to experience once circumstances improve - it is a spiritual practice we choose, moment by moment. Being peaceful does not mean being indifferent or disengaged; it means anchoring ourselves in the Presence of God so that we are not overwhelmed by what we witness. From that inner stillness, we can respond with clarity, compassion, and wisdom rather than being swept away by reactivity. Peace becomes the ground from which meaningful, loving action arises.

In times like these, tending to our inner state is not selfish - it is essential. When we cultivate peace through prayer, meditation, and mindful awareness, we create space for divine guidance to move through us. We remember that even in the midst of chaos, God’s love is active, holding all of life. By choosing peace within, we become a stabilizing presence in our families, our communities, and the world. Our calm does not deny suffering; it offers healing. Our peace becomes a quiet testimony that love is still at work.

Affirmation:

I choose peace, even in the face of frightening events.

I anchor myself in the Presence of God, where love, wisdom, and compassion prevail.

From this inner peace, I respond to the world with courage and grace.