So, feeling desperate for God, I did the only thing I knew to do: I turned on some praise and worship music. That probably sounds strange. Worship and grief don’t usually go hand in hand. But I’d learned to practice worshipping God no matter what circumstances I faced, and that day wouldn’t be any different. God promises us peace that surpasses all understanding in Philippians 4:7. But don’t miss the instruction attached to this blessing. Philippians 4:4 is the key that unlocks this peace: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Worship didn’t erase my grief in the moment,
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