Joshua 1:5-9 is a powerful passage that reveals God’s blueprint for facing challenges.

In it, God tells Joshua, “I will never leave you nor forsake you,” and commands him to “be strong and courageous.”

This isn’t just a pep talk; it’s a deep assurance that God’s presence is not conditional on circumstances.

The key to peace amid trouble is remembering that God is with you—not sometimes, but always.

The K.I.S.S. ~ Find peace in the midst of troubles!

So how do we find peace in the midst of troubles?

First, God commands us to “keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night.” Peace isn’t found in obsessing over the problem, but in grounding ourselves in God’s promises and wisdom. Instead of cycling through worries, anchored minds dwell on truth. The Bible becomes a refuge, a source of guidance, and a reminder that you are not alone.

Second, God’s call to “be strong and courageous” is a command to take action, but the kind of action that flows from faith, not fear. Courage is not the absence of trouble but the refusal to be paralyzed by it. When you lean into God’s strength rather than your own, you find a calm bravery—that steadiness that doesn’t scream or panic because you know God has already gone before you.

Third, God insists we not “let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth.” This means ongoing commitment. Peace is not a one-and-done moment. It’s a daily choice to fight off the habit of rehearsing worries and fears—a choice to bring every troubling thought back to God’s Word and Presence.

Finally, we must wrestle with the fact that our troubles don’t have the final say. God’s promise to Joshua was a guarantee of His presence, and that same promise stands for you today. When doubts attack and worries flare, you have a spiritual anchor to hold fast.

The peace God offers is not the absence of trouble but the presence of Himself in the trouble.

“If you find yourself stuck replaying troubles, caught in endless “what ifs,” put down the script and pick up God’s promises.” ~ Kristianne Wargo

Breathe in courage; choose to dwell not on the storms but on the One who commands them. Let Joshua 1:5-9 be your reminder: you don’t face struggles alone. And when you stop rehearsing trouble, you begin to experience the peace that surpasses all understanding.

“Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!“