Inhale Peace, Exhale Fear: A Prayer For Calmness

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God,


Something horrible happened today. I don’t even know how to write about it without screaming, crying, or just breaking completely. But I made a vow—to You, Lord—that I would process pain through prayer, not panic. So here I am, raw and real.

You already know what happened, of course. You’re sovereign, all-knowing, omnipresent. But I still feel the need to tell You. It’s like talking helps me breathe when I’m drowning. And today… I am drowning.

The news hit me like a brick wall. Shocking, senseless, and so gut-wrenchingly unfair. It’s the kind of thing that plants anger deep in the chest. The kind of anger that burns. The kind that could so easily lead to sin if I don’t run to You first. That’s why I’m writing—so I don’t go off on the world, but rather, run straight into Your arms.

Lord, the weight of this injustice tempts me to lash out, to clap back, to defend what’s right with the sharpest tongue I have. But what would that fix? You said, “The anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God” (James 1:20). I repeat that verse over and over to myself like a heartbeat. You said vengeance is Yours, not mine (Romans 12:19). And I trust You.

The Serenity Prayer

“God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
Courage to change the things I can,
And wisdom to know the difference.”

But God, it’s so hard to stay calm. This world doesn’t value truth. It praises cruelty. It celebrates what is evil and mocks what is holy. That’s why I feel like a stranger here, like a foreigner in a land that doesn’t understand my values—Your values.

I’m not pretending to be okay. I’m not sweeping it under the rug. I’m not “letting it go” just to avoid conflict. I’m confronting it in prayer because I refuse to let the enemy manipulate my emotions. I’m putting my emotions on the altar.

I am not fragile. I’m not weak. I am a daughter of the Most High God. I carry the Spirit of peace within me—“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7). I will not let fear, anger, or rage hijack this moment.

So instead of lashing out, I inhale Your peace, Lord.

I inhale the stillness of Your presence.
I inhale the quiet strength of the Holy Spirit.
I inhale the promise that You are near to the brokenhearted and save the crushed in spirit .(Psalm 34:18)


And I exhale this fear. I exhale the urge to retaliate. I exhale the chaos in my mind and the storm in my chest.

God, I feel like Peter, stepping out on water in the middle of a storm, eyes on You, until the wind and waves make me start sinking. But I know what to do. I cry out: “Lord, save me!” And You always do.

Let me be clear: calmness isn’t passivity. I’m not “calm” because I’m afraid to speak up. I’m calm because You have equipped me with discernment. And when the time is right, I’ll speak—but not from a place of rage. From a place of authority rooted in You.

So here’s my prayer, Father:

A Prayer for Calmness

Heavenly Father,


You are the God of peace, the Prince of calm in the midst of the wildest storms. Today, my soul is shaken, and my emotions rage like a hurricane, but I run to You for shelter.

Still my thoughts, Lord. Quiet my heart. Let Your Holy Spirit fall fresh on me, washing away the heat of my anger and replacing it with clarity, boldness, and peace. I don’t want to numb the pain—I want to transform it through Your presence. Help me to be angry and not sin (Ephesians 4:26). Give me the words to say when silence is no longer holy, and the wisdom to hold my tongue when silence speaks louder than rage.

Help me to stand for righteousness without becoming self-righteous. Let my calmness confuse the enemy. Let my peace be a weapon against the chaos. Let me respond with grace, not because I’m weak, but because I am strong in You.

I believe that even on a day like today—especially on a day like today—You are still working. And something good, something glorious, will rise from these ashes.


In Jesus’ mighty name,
Amen.

This pain isn’t pretty. It’s not poetic. It’s jagged and real. But I still believe—with every fiber of my being—that God will make it beautiful. He always does. Romans 8:28 isn’t just a coffee mug verse. It’s the lifeline I’m clinging to: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”

So tonight, I won’t fall asleep bitter. I won’t let this horror pull me out of alignment with You, Lord. I will weep. I will pray. I will breathe.


And I will wake up tomorrow, calm and courageous.

Because I inhale peace. And I exhale fear.

Amen

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22 year old college student! 100% Christian,! Will ALWAYS be a woman of FAITH. And my friends call me the "The Christian Tech Nerd" because I was hired by a very successful tech company in Silicon Valley, and I turned them down to be close to my family!

31 thoughts on “Inhale Peace, Exhale Fear: A Prayer For Calmness”

  3. Practically in synch with the situation I’m going through. God indeed speaks in ways we can never understand fully. Through your writing, He just reminded me that He has been here all along. He never left.
    Thank you so much, I feel so relieved rn

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    1. Same. I’m going to devote the rest of my life to God. I was lost and confused and didn’t really go to church much, haven’t read the Bible, and believed that following the 10 commandments was enough. Turns out, it was enough. I often found myself trying to tolerate the far woke leftists, and ended up in so many heated arguments because of it. I need to understand the gospel better. I’m going to start going to church.

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      1. Thank you so much for sharing your heart—it takes courage to be that honest. It’s beautiful to hear that you’re committing your life to God, and I truly believe He honors that desire. We’ve all had seasons of confusion, but God’s grace meets us right where we are. As you begin to dive into His Word and grow in your understanding of the gospel, know that you’re not alone. I’m praying that your journey brings you peace, clarity, and a deeper relationship with Him. One step at a time—He’s walking with you. 🙏✨

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  6. Well said – and well processed!!!

    Emotion leads to motion – and we take action from it.

    Bless you for personally and corporately leading the way to motion – action that brings the transformation we desire from Heavenly Father – His will on earth as it is in Heaven – where there is NO death, sickness or pain.

    Grace grace grace!!!

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    1. Amen and thank you so much! I love how you said, “Emotion leads to motion”—what a powerful truth. When our hearts are stirred by the Spirit, it truly does move us toward the kind of action that brings real, lasting transformation. I’m so grateful we get to seek God’s will together—His kingdom come, His will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. No death, no sickness, no pain… just His presence and His peace.

      Grace upon grace to you as well! Let’s keep moving forward in faith. 🙏🔥💛

      “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” — Romans 12:2

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  7. Thank you for being my friend. You are another Christian like me. I am happy you post Bible verses. You talk about your faith in God too. I am ready to start a new chapter in my life. Talk to you later. Please bring pray for me from now.

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m truly grateful for your friendship and so encouraged to hear you’re starting a new chapter in your life—that’s a beautiful step of faith. I’ll definitely be praying for you, and I’m trusting that God will guide you every step of the way. Keep holding on to Him. Talk to you soon, and may His peace and strength be with you always! 🙏💛

      A little prayer for you:
      Lord, please bless my friend as they begin this new chapter. Give them strength, wisdom, and peace as they walk with You. Remind them daily of Your love and faithfulness. Amen.

      “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.” — Psalm 37:23–24 (NIV)

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  13. So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10

    This verse offers a message of reassurance and strength. It encourages individuals not to be afraid or disheartened because God is present and supportive. The verse emphasizes the promise of divine assistance, stating that God will provide strength and uphold those who trust in Him. The reference to His “righteous right hand” symbolizes power and protection, highlighting that believers can rely on God’s unwavering support during difficult times. Overall, this passage serves as a comforting reminder of faith and the assurance that one is not alone in their struggles.

    Bless you for once again sharing what we Christians often experience in our daily lives and reminding us to always pray for the grace to persevere in faith and hope in God in the face of fear and despair.

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