The following hymn was written by Edward Henry Bickersteth, a 19th century Bishop of Exeter. He first shared this hymn with an aged, dying relative to encourage him to find peace within.
Notice that the first line of each verse poses a question and the next line gives an assuring answer. He then begins the last verse with “It is enough.” May you be inspired to find peace within despite the tempest of life that besieges you.
1 Peace, perfect peace, in this dark world of sin?
The blood of Jesus whispers peace within.
2 Peace, perfect peace, by thronging duties pressed?
To do the will of Jesus, this is rest.
3 Peace, perfect peace, death shadowing us and ours?
Jesus has vanquished death and all its powers.
4 Peace, perfect peace, our future all unknown?
Jesus we know, and he is on the throne.
5 It is enough: earth’s struggles soon shall cease,
and Jesus call to heaven’s perfect peace.
“You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.” (Isaiah 26:3)
Remain inspired!
