9 Things That Can Steal Your Peace

1. Bad influences: ungodly music, books, TV, or movies

Feed and refresh your spirit, don’t stress it with ungodly, violent, or negative entertainment (Psalm 101:3).
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2. Negative thoughts

Negative thoughts are powerfully destructive. Dwell on what is good (Philippians 4:8).
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3. Money, material things

Store up heavenly, not earthly, treasures (Matthew 6:19-20).
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4. Pride, position, desire for admiration

Don't get caught up in the empty rating system of our fallen world (1 John 2:15-17). 
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5. Fear of offending people

Be gracious and kind to people, but fear God, not man (Proverbs 29:25).
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6. Entitlement

Jesus didn't demand respect, appreciation, and comfort. Neither should we (Philippians 2:3-8).
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7. Injustice

We must accept hardship as a way of growing our faith (John 16:33; 2 Corinthians 4:16-17).
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8. Worry

Worry is a lack of trust in God. Let's not let it steal our peace (Philippians 4:6-7).
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9. Self-focus

Let's esteem God. In the end, this brings us the most fulfillment, peace, and confidence (Matthew 16:24).
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Study this devotion with full text Scripture and additional insights:
9 Things that Can Steal Your Peace, Part 1
9 Things that Can Steal Your Peace, Part 2
9 Things that Can Steal Your Peace, Part 3

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