And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

It is interesting that the Spirit connects an instruction in the prior verses, a promise and an instruction. Lay all my anxieties on You, trust in Your peace and fill the void created by the departure of the worries with praise worthy meditations.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 128

Mid-day: 119:161-168

Evening: Psalm 53

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