When Paul says in Colossians 3:15, “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts…” he is painting a picture we sometimes forget. That word rule means “to act like an umpire,” to make the call, to decide what gets safe passage into your soul and what gets tossed out before it steals your joy.

Now, I do not know about you, but life has tossed me a few curveballs that felt like they were aimed right at my ribs. Worries, interruptions, unexpected news, and those moments when your heart feels like a storm is blowing across it. But then I step out on that porch, take a slow breath, and remember… God never told me to create peace. He told me to let His peace rule.

Let it call the shots.

Let it calm the noise.

Let it settle the dust.

Let it have the final say.

Peace is not the absence of problems; it is the presence of Jesus standing right in the middle of them, saying, “I’ve got this. You just stay close.”

And friend, when His peace rules, gratitude rises. Not because everything is perfect, but because you remember Who holds you together. That is why Paul continues, “And be ye thankful.” Peace and gratitude always walk hand in hand across the front porch of a believing heart.

So today, when life tries to rush you, rattle you, or rob you, pause… breathe… and let His peace make the call. Let it rule your heart. Let it steady your steps. And let it remind you that God’s love is not shaken by anything that shakes you.

You were created for a calmer, quieter, more anchored life than the world believes is possible and it starts by letting the peace of God rule.