How to Make Your Problems Disappear and Receive God’s Peace
We all experience trouble in life.
Even Jesus said to not be surprised by the troubles you are going through (John 16:33).
But what if I told you that it was possible to make all of your problems fade from view?
You might think I’m crazy.
You may even begin to question if I’ve lost my salvation.
But it’s true. There isa way that you can make all of your problems recede.
Ever since I started my YouTube channel, I’ve learned a lot about photography. And there is this one technique that is popular among photographers. It’s called the bokeh effect.
It’s a term that describes how a certain type of lens renders the background of a photo or video out of focus. When a photo or video is taken with this effect, the subject is crystal clear while the background remains blurry. The purpose of this effect is to draw your attention away from the background and toward the desired object.
If the background of the photo and the subject of the photo are both in focus, your eyes don’t know which to pay attention to. You might get tempted to look at something in the background when the photographer is trying to steer your focus to the subject.
Learning about the bokeh effect got me thinking about how it’s impossible for us to focus on two things at once. You have to take your eye off of one thing to focus on something else.
When asked, many people would say that they just want to be at peace, but may I challenge that for a moment?
In John 14:27, Jesus said: “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”
The very peace that many are searching for, Jesus already gave us. So why don’t we feel at peace?
I believe that many people think that their life has to be trouble-free to feel at peace.
But that’s not what Jesus said.
He said, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world”(John 16:33).
This shows me that I can choose to focus on my problems or I can choose to focus on Him, but I can’t do both. And if I just focus on Him, all of my problems will fade into the background.
So, what’s troubling you in life right now? Are you suffering in a strained marriage? Is your job in jeopardy? Are there more days in the month than money in your account? Are you hurting in your body?
When you focus on Jesus, everything else fades into the background. No, your problems don’t actually disappear. They’re still there, but they are no longer the focal point of your life because you know that God has you in the palm of His hand.
When you take your eyes off your circumstance and onto Jesus, amazing things happen.
He directs your steps.
He provides for you.
He handles your enemies.
He heals you.
So, my friend, you have a choice to make today. Will you focus on your problems, or will you keep your eyes on Him and let everything else fade to a blur?
Sounds simple, right? That’s because it is. But notice I didn’t say easy. Focusing on your problems instead of on God is just like any other temptation; it takes discipline to overcome.
But this type of training has tremendous benefits. It’s worth it. Will you decide today to take your focus off your problems and keep your eye on Jesus?
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This was an awesome analogy. It is so easy to get distracted, yet as you said, it’s simple if we keep our focus on God. Great read.
Thanks for reading!
Thank u for encouraging messages
David cried out to God about his problems. They are real. We still have to take steps to solve them. We need to pray. We need real godly fellowship. Please pray for me. Also, my friend Ann was just diagnosed with leukemia. Please pray for her too. No matter what happens I just remind myself that Jesus intervened for us 24/7and I know God heard and answers His prayers. And, when it’s all said and done…..We go home to God!
So true! I would love to see a post on HOW to put our focus on Jesus… And how to get it back when our thoughts have strayed.
Love this read! A lot of times we get so caught up in our problems that we lose sight of the greatest problem solver of all…..GOD! He will keep us in perfect peace if we keep our mind on HIM. We don’t have to worry. HE got us covered!
I love your analogy! It is so true. It is easy to lose my focus and notice all the little things that really are background things.
Amen to that Krystal! Thanks for reading.
Thanks Cindy. I too have to remind myself of that constantly.
Thanks for reading Meredith. I appreciate your suggestion. Please look forward to that post in the near future!
We’re praying for you Mary!
Thank YOU for reading.
A great reminder of the promises of God, Jesus before he
ascended on high said he would leave His Peace not give us peace.
The word that was cloth in flesh is our peace.
Edna Ward
Agape
Amen to that Edna! Thanks for reading
Great comparison to bokeh photography, focus on Him Hebrews 12:2
Thank you for this reminder. I have gotten very much stuck within myself lately and I am having trouble finding my way out of the pit. I try and remember to follow the flock and feed the goats but lately I have been consumed by my own pain mental and physical that I have dug for myself a big pit. So I’m trying to find my way out of it. I believe what you have said is the answer. Thank you
It happens to the best of us Sarah. I’m glad you’re realizing. I pray you get out of your head and into prayer where he has all the answers for you. thanks for sharing.