Behold Peace: How Focusing on Christ Calms the Chaos Inside Us

“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” — Isaiah 26:3

The Chaos We Carry

The world is noisy.

The news never stops. The problems never pause. And in the whirlwind of headlines, updates, and personal struggles, many of us are left asking:
Where can I find peace?

If you’ve been feeling restless, distracted, anxious—or just weary of the constant noise—you’re not alone.

But friend, here’s the truth we must never forget:

“We will experience what we focus on.”When we focus on calamity, we carry calamity in our soul.
When we fix our eyes on Christ, the Prince of Peace, we begin to carry His calm instead.

Who Am I… Really?

Before we can find peace, we need to return to a more foundational question:
Who am I?

And right after that:
What am I here for?

These aren’t abstract, spiritual questions. They are essential ones—especially in a world where our identities are so easily shaped by noise, fear, and comparison.

Here’s what Scripture says:

• You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14)

• You are God’s workmanship, created for purpose (Ephesians 2:10)

• You are deeply loved, chosen, and redeemed (1 Peter 2:9)

That’s your identity.
That’s your brand.
And when you focus on who God says you are, calmness begins to take root.

Beholding Christ = Receiving Peace

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
(Matthew 6:33)

The peace we long for isn’t something we manufacture. It’s a grace (a gift) we receive when we turn our attention to Jesus.

That’s what Calm by Grace is all about—learning to focus on the One who offers calm in the middle of our calamity.

Journal Your Way to Peace

Want to go deeper? Try this journaling exercise from our FREE RESOURCE SHEET:

• What have I been focusing on lately—and how has it affected me?

• What does 'Calm by Grace' look like in my life right now?

• How can I fix my eyes on Jesus more intentionally this week?

We’ve created a full “Behold Peace Journal Prompt Sheet” to help you reflect, pray, and shift your focus.

👉 Download the Free Journal Prompt Sheet (PDF)

You Were Made for Calm

The world may not quiet down. But you can.

You can choose to behold Christ.
You can choose to seek His peace.
And in doing so, you can become the calm the world desperately needs.

Let’s walk that road together—one step at a time, one breath of grace at a time.

Stay Encouraged

Subscribe to Calm by Grace and get new reflections, resources, and downloads delivered right to your inbox.

Follow us on social media for grace from the Bible, encouragement, and quiet moments of peace.

Our Story

That’s our story, and we’re sticking to it. Make calmness and peace your story too! You can do it!