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Finding Peace

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Photo by  erik cid  on  Unsplash With all of the turmoil and resulting anxiety of people lately (due to tense situations around the world, the disagreements within the U.S. government and whatever else), it has made me consider whether I ought to say something or not. But, the thing is, I believe I do have something to say and even if it only ends up making a difference for one or two people, it just might be worthwhile. So, here goes. Whenever I find myself feeling discouraged about whatever is going on in my life (or the world) or a complete lack of peace regarding the future, I like to take some time to reflect on where it is that I have been searching for peace or security, and where I ought to be looking instead. As a Christian, I ought to be looking to Jesus Christ. But, because I am an imperfect human being, I often make the mistake of looking in all the wrong places – friendships, music, the solitude of my room, etc. The result is that I end up feeling i...