1. Resent God's ways.
(but to find it - "Great Peace have they who love the law; and nothing shall offend them." Psalm 119:165)
2. Pray only about things you can't manage by yourself.
(but to find it - "In everything make your requests known to God. . . " Philippians 4:6-7)
3. Refuse to accept what God gives.
(but to find it - "Take My yoke and learn from me . . . and you will find rest." Matthew 11:29)
4. Look for peace elsewhere than in Him.
(but to find it - "Peace is my parting gift to you, such as the world cannot give." John 14:27)
5. Try to rule your own life.
(but to find it - "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts." Colossians 3:15)
6. Carry all your cares.
(but to find it - "Cast all your cares on Him, for you are His charge." 1 Peter 5:7)
7. Doubt God's Word.
(but to find it - "Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing." Romans 15:13)
Thank you Elisabeth Elliot for sharing these insights with us.