ROYAL PARK PLACE Life Style
Chaplain’s Corner
say, ‘I am thinking of you.’ Cards and emails to loved ones are a pleasant lift in their day as well. Also, please engage with those around you at Royal Park and Royal Atrium Inn. You can be a messenger of peace and hope as you go through your day. During activities, meals, and walks, bring a smile, a cheerful hello, and encouraging words to all you meet. Don’t be afraid to be the initiator; it can be fun to engage when someone isn’t expecting it! The best way to bring peace into our lives and the lives of those we care for could be by using a wonderful prayer of blessing and farewell that the Apostle Paul used. “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all,” (2 Thessalonians 3:16-18) Paul was calling on the Lord of peace, Jesus, to do a wonderful work in the lives of his readers. Jesus, who is our Creator, our Savior, the resurrected Son of God, and a future returning triumphant Warrior. If anyone can bring peace, it is Him! What kind of peace was Paul praying for? Peace at all times and in every way! Imagine that for a moment. Peace of that magnitude and power would cover everything we face. We know in scripture that Jesus has promised to watch over us and not forsake us.
Peace How often do we wish we could snap our fingers or say a word and have a sense of
peace completely cover us? Sadly, a sense of peace can be quite difficult to create for ourselves at times. In the past weeks, in the culture around us, we have seen much that increases our anxiety and removes peace from our lives. The devastation caused by floods, fires, wars, and the tragic loss of life continues to bring unease and sadness into our minds. Our own situations may also cause anxiety and worry instead of peace. Doctor visits for undiagnosed discomfort, treatments for persistent pain or cancer, sadness in our families over loved ones and what they are facing, and many times, a question of what is coming next for me also steals our peace. What can we do to bring peace? First, do not isolate yourself from those around you. Engage with your families as much as you can. Encourage those you love to see you, to call, and to send cards and emails. Be an encourager in the same way as you are able. Be thankful for the visits and gatherings you have with your family. Call to encourage your loved ones on special occasions or simply to
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