This was a recent facebook status of mine: I have never been more at peace in my life than I am today . . . “for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through JESUS who gives me strength.” -Phil. 4:11-13
And that statement about me being more at peace than ever – 100% true!! I’m simply loving life right now. I have a wonderful husband, great job, loving family, supportive friends, and a God that is smitten with me. What else does a girl need? I’m not gonna lie, a tempurpedic bed and a new car would be great, but I don’t really need those things today.
This verse became so alive to me recently. It is possible to be completely at peace and full of joy when finances are a struggle. Finances became a lot less of a struggle when I came to completely depend on Jesus for my provision. He NEVER fails! Lately, there’s been a lot of back and forth with hubs trying to decide if we’re moving or not (but that’s a whole other blog post for a later day). Anyway, I still have no idea whether we’re moving or not, going or staying, I dunno. What I do know is that I am content wherever we are. I’m not running from anything or trying to fill a void. I am satisfied. If the Lord calls us to move, He’ll make a way. If He requires us to stay where we are, He’ll satisfy my soul. He NEVER fails!
So here I am, still at peace. The only thing I’m a little iffy about isn’t that important in the grand scheme of things… hubs and I are starting a new way eating… healthy. I’m not sure how that’s gonna end up since I don’t have a great track record of sticking to things like work-out programs and health food. I do know something needs to change because since I met hubs, my metabolism came to a screeching halt and I’ve put on about 25 lbs. 
I call it my love weight! hehehe. However, I’m much more comfortable in my own skin when I’m a bit lighter and more in shape. I’m looking forward to that so hopefully that’ll be my motivation to stick with it. I know it’s a lifestyle change though. I say BRING IT ON! I’m at peace within and intend to carry that over to peace without.
For those that may be discouraged – let me say it is totally, completely, entirely possible to live in peace, grace, mercy, and every other good gift from Heaven. I am living proof! PEACE!
What a great post. It is so nice to hear that you have such peace in your life. There is really no better feeling. Good luck with the healthy eating. I had to get off coke (we’re pregnant again if you haven’t heard:) and it is killing me. I was a total addict. Anyway, good luck! You’ll do great!
Enjoyed reading your post