Isaiah 26:3. You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.
We live in a world dominated by what we can see, touch, and measure. Circumstances, appearances, numbers, and results often shape how we think and feel. But God invites us to look beyond the visible and set our focus on the unseen realities that are eternal.
Why? Because everything we see—whether it’s the joys or the struggles—is temporary. These things are passing away. But what we cannot see—God’s presence, His promises, His eternal kingdom—these are lasting. They are not subject to decay or change. They endure forever.
Think of the Israelites when they were delivered from Egypt. They stood at the edge of the Promised Land. Moses sent twelve men to explore Canaan. Ten of them returned with a fearful, negative report. They saw only the giants, the fortified cities, and the obstacles. But two—Joshua and Caleb—saw the same land with different eyes. They looked through the lens of God’s covenant. They said, “The land we passed through and explored is exceedingly good. If the LORD is pleased with us, he will lead us into that land… Do not be afraid… the LORD is with us” (Numbers 14:7–9).
Their vision was not controlled by visible facts but by unseen truths. They saw with the eyes of faith. That is the difference between those who are defeated by what they see and those who overcome by trusting in God. But how can we begin to see the unseen? How do we restore that spiritual vision?
First, we must restore the spiritual blessings we lost because of sin and the deception of Satan. Sin clouds our judgment. Satan blinds us to the truth. But Christ came to destroy the devil’s work (1 John 3:8). He died to bring us back to God (John 14:6). Through Him, we recover the spiritual identity and authority that were lost in the fall (Mark 10:45). In Christ, we are no longer defined by failure, but by redemption.
Second, we must recover the strength we have lost in the struggles of our present reality. Life is full of burdens. Pain, stress, anxiety, and disappointment wear us down. But Paul reminds us that even though our outward body is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. God is not absent in our hardships—He is working through them. Our present troubles are light and momentary when compared to the eternal glory they are producing in us (2 Corinthians 4:16-17).
Third, we must reclaim the heavenly blessings we have abandoned because of our fears about the future. Worrying about what lies ahead can paralyze us. But salvation is not just about the future; it is the present reality of living in God’s kingdom now. As children of God, we live under His rule, His protection, and His provision. The same power that raised Christ from the dead is at work in us (Ephesians 1:19–20). We are not alone. We are not powerless. We are part of a kingdom that cannot be shaken.
When your thoughts are anchored in God—when your heart is steady and your trust is rooted in Him—you are not easily shaken by the noise and chaos of the world. Today’s Word reminds us of this promise. Perfect peace does not mean the absence of problems, but the presence of God’s unshakable calm in the midst of them. It is a peace that guards your heart and mind, not because you have everything figured out, but because you know the One who does. Trusting in God realigns your perspective and allows His peace to rule over your fear.
So, do not let the visible things dictate your faith. Do not be shaken by what you see around you. Let the Word of God renew your mind. Let the Spirit of God refresh your soul. Let the promises of God shape your perspective. Fix your eyes on what is eternal. Live by faith, not by sight. Believe in what God has spoken, even when you cannot yet see it. He will accomplish what He desires and achieve His purpose in your life for world evangelization (Isaiah 55:11).
Prayer. Father, thank You for Your unfailing grace. Thank You for calling me to walk by faith and not by sight. Help me not to lose heart when I face trials. Renew my spirit every day with the strength of Your promises. Open my eyes to see what is unseen—to see Your hand at work, to see Your kingdom advancing, to see Your glory in all things. I desire to trust in Your truth more than in my feelings, and live with confidence in what You have prepared. In Jesus’ name, Amen.