The Strange Peace That Travels With You

Scripture: “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” — Exodus 33:14

Another paradox of peace is that God gives us rest while still calling us forward. We tend to think peace is found when the journey stops—when challenges end, when decisions resolve, when the road becomes easy. But God promises something far more surprising: peace that travels with us. Peace that keeps pace with our lives. Peace that steadies us even as we take the next faithful step.

This is a peace rooted in presence, not circumstances. Moses didn’t receive a promise that the wilderness would disappear. He received a promise that God would accompany him in it. And God’s presence became his rest—even while moving.

Some of the greatest spiritual maturity comes from realizing that peace isn’t the opposite of motion. Peace is the opposite of fear-driven motion. When Christ is with you, your spirit can remain at rest even as your feet keep walking.

So if your life is in motion—if you’re making decisions, facing transitions, navigating change—remember this: peace isn’t found by stopping. Peace is found by walking with the One who walks with you.

Application: Before you take your next step today—literal or metaphorical—pause and pray, “Lord, walk with me in this.” Notice how that changes your posture.

Prayer:
Lord, steady my spirit as I follow where You lead. Let Your presence be my rest even as I move forward. Amen.

40 Days of Gratitude Reminder:
Give thanks for one way God has walked with you this year.

Song: Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming – The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square