INSPIRATIONAL STORY
Keep Calm and Carry On
How many times have we seen this popular phrase on memes, clothing, mugs, and home décor?
The slogan originates from morale-building posters the British government printed during World War II but never circulated.
Today, we have untold variations to replace the original ending, including Knit On, Drink Tea, Hug a Tree, Call Batman.
Choosing to keep calm is easier said than done.
We all occasionally find ourselves sidetracked by sudden troubles.
Staying calm is especially difficult for people who are emotional, prone to worry, and tend to overreact (I’m looking in the mirror here).
I’ve always admired the Apostle Paul for his ability to seem cool and collected even when suffering unjust accusations, beatings, a shipwreck, and a lengthy imprisonment.
Regardless of his circumstances, Paul revealed a deep assurance that absolutely nothing could ever separate him from Christ’s unconditional, sacrificial, life-giving love.
One day I saw that familiar slogan and realized something: the Word was in the word.
Now, whenever I see or read calm, I welcome the reminder that Christ Always Loves Me.
The next time my emotions or my circumstances push my panic button, I’ll choose the C.A.L.M. mode instead and carry on with Jesus.
—Dianne Neal Matthews
(Shared from "Morning With Jesus" Devotional)
Keep Calm and Carry On
How many times have we seen this popular phrase on memes, clothing, mugs, and home décor?
The slogan originates from morale-building posters the British government printed during World War II but never circulated.
Today, we have untold variations to replace the original ending, including Knit On, Drink Tea, Hug a Tree, Call Batman.
Choosing to keep calm is easier said than done.
We all occasionally find ourselves sidetracked by sudden troubles.
Staying calm is especially difficult for people who are emotional, prone to worry, and tend to overreact (I’m looking in the mirror here).
I’ve always admired the Apostle Paul for his ability to seem cool and collected even when suffering unjust accusations, beatings, a shipwreck, and a lengthy imprisonment.
Regardless of his circumstances, Paul revealed a deep assurance that absolutely nothing could ever separate him from Christ’s unconditional, sacrificial, life-giving love.
One day I saw that familiar slogan and realized something: the Word was in the word.
Now, whenever I see or read calm, I welcome the reminder that Christ Always Loves Me.
The next time my emotions or my circumstances push my panic button, I’ll choose the C.A.L.M. mode instead and carry on with Jesus.
—Dianne Neal Matthews
(Shared from "Morning With Jesus" Devotional)
