11/11/2025
*THE SPIRIT AND LIFE DEVOTIONAL*
Tuesday, 11th November, 2025.
Topic: *PEACE OF MIND*
*MEMORY VERSE*
(Philippians 4:7)
*"And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."*
*BIBLE READING*
(Philippians 4:1-9)
*COMMENTARY*
Blessed family and friends,
The secret to longevity is *Peace of Mind*
The oldest woman in the world, Ethel Caterham, who was born on August 21, 1909 and is 116 years old by August 2025, was asked the secret to longevity. Her answer was surprisingly simple yet profound. Unlike most centenarians who credit strict diets or daily workouts for their long life, Caterham believes that her secret lies in maintaining *peace of mind.*
She said, “Never argue with anyone. I listen, and I do what I like,” she told the Associated Press on being asked about the secret to her long life.
The Bible, in our memory verse today, says, *Be anxious for nothing* ( Philippians 4:6)
It means that your emotional well-being is just as important as your physical health.
Several studies have shown the ill effects of chronic stress on one's health-- from accelerated ageing to the onset of lifestyle diseases.
Ethel Caterham, who is also a Guinness World record holder as the oldest human being alive, has given us the clue to longevity - peace of mind.
From today:
1. Protect your peace of mind by accepting Jesus the Prince of Peace.
2. Be anxious for nothing
3. "Zero" your stress level
4. Don't argue unnecessarily
5. "Do what you like" that doesn't offend God and humanity.
*WHAT YOU NEED TO DO*
Be anxious for nothing.
*PRAYERS:*
1. The peace of God that passes all understanding, garrison my heart and thoughts in Christ Jesus.
2. Every enemy of my peace, scatter to pieces in Jesus' Name.