God Our Peace And Help

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Scripture: Isaiah 26.13 (NIV)

Lord, you establish peace for us; all that we have accomplished, you have done for us.

Devotion:

“Isaiah 26:12 is a quiet, steadying verse tucked inside a chapter filled with both longing and hope. Israel has known turmoil, judgment, and uncertainty. Yet, here the prophet pauses to acknowledge a profound truth: every good thing, every moment of stability, every step forward has come from the Lord’s hand.

This is not a denial of human effort. God’s people worked, built, fought, prayed, and persevered. But Isaiah reminds them that beneath all their labor was the sustaining grace of God. Their accomplishments were real — but they were not self-generated. God had been the One establishing peace, opening doors, strengthening their hands, and guiding their steps.

There is deep humility in this confession, but also deep comfort. It means we do not carry the weight of life alone. The peace we long for — in our homes, our churches, our communities, and our own hearts — is not something we manufacture by sheer willpower. It is something God establishes. He is the architect of peace, the One who orders our days and steadies our paths.

This verse also invites us to look back with gratitude. When we reflect on seasons where things held together when they could have fallen apart, when clarity came in moments of confusion, or when strength appeared just when we felt empty, Isaiah gives us the language to name the source: “all that we have accomplished you have done for us.” It is a reminder that God has been more involved in our story than we often realize.

And it invites us to look forward with trust. If God has been faithful in what lies behind us, He will be faithful in what lies ahead. The peace He establishes is not fragile or temporary. It is rooted in His character — steadfast, unchanging, and deeply committed to His people.

In times of transition or uncertainty, this verse becomes a gentle anchor. We do our part, we walk faithfully, we serve with open hands — but the outcome rests in God’s care. He is the One who establishes peace, and He is the One who brings His work to completion.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for the peace You establish in our lives. Thank You for every accomplishment that bears Your fingerprints. Teach us to trust Your steady hand, to rest in Your faithfulness, and to walk forward with confidence in Your care. Establish Your peace in our hearts, our homes, and our church. Amen.

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