There are many situations occurring all around us each and every day that cause chaos. Chaos is defined as complete disorder or confusion. God is not a God of confusion, 1 Corinthians 14:33 says, “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace. . .” Yet we find ourselves unsure of what will occur day by day and how our lives will be impacted from one minute to the next. How should we behave in chaotic times such as these?

Stand in the truth, God’s word is the only source of truth. In it, we discover the steps on how to live in times of chaos.

1. Trust in God, not what is going on around us. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6. Submit to Him and he will guide you in the path that you should walk. Focus on what you are doing, saying and how you are behaving. . . we are to show the world Jesus.
2. Shine His light into a dark and dying world for all to see. “God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. ¹² Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way.¹³ “You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless. ¹⁴ “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. ¹⁵ No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. ¹⁶ In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.”  Matthew 5:11-16

3. Anchor to the peace of Jesus. Jesus promises us that we will have trouble in this world, but we are not to fall into the chaos and confusion like all those around us. We are to anchor to His peace and be courageous, take heart in standing firm in the truth Jesus gave us. “I have told you all this, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33.

4. Recall Genesis chapter 1. “Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery depths, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters. Then God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.” Genesis 1:1-3. God brings order to chaos, that is what He does…in His time and in His way. When you feel impatient or confused, refer back to step #1.

Let’s pray. Father- Help us not to be confused or discouraged by the current times, or what will occur in the future. Instead, let us trust in Your plan and stand firm in Your word. Give us strength. Help us to pray for those who think differently and stand for things that are contradictory to Your word. In Jesus’ precious name we pray, amen.