When life gets crazy, go on a prayer walk. It’s simple, calming, and an answer to finding God’s peace.

Have you ever had days when everything seemed to go wrong?

Maybe your husband’s boss reduced his work hours or your daughter failed her geometry test. Perhaps the baseball coach benched your son, or your computer crashed and Kitty barfed on the carpet. . .again.

Here’s a simple solution to find peace: prayer-walk a Scripture.

Prayer-walking is like it sounds. You pray, walk, and meditate on a particular Scripture.

THE HOW

Let’s say a friend has betrayed your confidence. You feel angry and hurt. Now recite a Scripture you know well while you walk. As you talk and walk, picture the words. Psalm 23 is a perfect choice.

Say out loud or to yourself, “The LORD is my Shepherd, I shall not want,” and picture a sheep slung over the shoulders of the strong, gentle shepherd.

Then follow up with something in your Today: “Okay, God, you know I’m sick of my minivan. It’s ten years old and banged up. I’d love the silver Audi I just passed, but you know my needs. I don’t need an Audi. I’m thankful to own a car that runs.”

“He makes me lie down in green pastures.” Let your mind’s eye see rolling hills of lush grass and a stream. You may utter these words: Oh, yes, rest! Thank you, Lord, for the reminder that I need rest and that it’s good. It’s not a luxury. I don’t have to run around like a manic squirrel, trying to do everything that people ask. I can say “No” to the book fair coordinator who called for volunteers. I can and should rest.

Later in the Psalm it says, “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.”

You may think: Not everyone is going to like me, Lord. I know that. I will have “enemies” for one reason or another. Still, I like people to like me. Am I a people-pleaser? Help me to be a God-pleaser only. I can trust You. You are my protector.

Do you sense calm?

Incidentally, during inclement weather, feel free to pray the Scriptures in the comfort of home, preferably with dark chocolate nearby. 🙂