Peace in the Waiting — A Suspenseful Story of Trusting God's Promises
I always keep my keys in the same place—a hall closet key rack, tucked away with intention. It’s been five years since I bought my Mercedes, and with only one set of electronic keys, I’ve been careful—very careful—not to lose them. No spares. No margin for error. But that Saturday started like any other. I ran to the grocery store early, slipping the keys into my pocket, same as always. The day unfolded with family and service. We visited my sister-in-law to record hymns for an elderly church group, then grabbed dinner and made a stop at Walmart. By the time we returned home, it was late. I reached for the keys to check the mailbox—and my heart dropped. They weren’t there - Not in my purse - Not in my coat - Not in the usual spot.
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A quiet pressure started to rise in my chest. The kind of pressure that whispers, “You messed up. That’s going to cost you, but I stopped. Right then, I remembered: Fear is a choice. And so is peace.
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.”
Philippians 4:6 (NKJV)
The Battle to win or lose is in the Mind. I didn’t panic. I didn’t accuse or complain. I didn’t let my thoughts spiral into financial disaster or guilt. Instead, I did what Scripture teaches:
“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.”
Isaiah 26:3 (NKJV)
I whispered out loud, “Father, I will learn whatever You want me to learn through this. But I will not entertain fear.” I reminded myself: God is a Provider, a Protector, and a Promise-Keeper.
The next morning, I called every place we’d been. I searched every corner. Nothing.
Day two: I retraced my steps—again. I checked the car, the furniture, the trash, and the mailbox. Still nothing. The enemy tried harder:
“What if you dropped them in the parking lot?”
“What if someone picked them up?”
“What if it costs $1,000 to replace them?”
But I remembered:
“And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:19 (NKJV)
“Bring all the tithes into the storehouse... And I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes.”
Malachi 3:10–11 (NKJV)
I am a tither. I have covenant rights. Whether the keys were returned or replaced, I would not lose.
Through the daily activities I had three Days of Peace. For three full days, I waited - Not with dread—but with trust. My emotions never had the final word. My spirit did. I told Satan where to go every time a “what if” entered my mind.
- I silenced fear with faith.
- I wrapped my thoughts in Scripture.
- I let peace govern my house.
Then, on the third night, just before midnight, my husband walked in holding the keys, and I knew this had never really been about keys. It had been about my mind, my response, and my willingness to trust God when things felt out of control.
Declaration of Faith
I will not be moved by fear, delay, or uncertainty.
My mind is stayed on God; therefore, I walk in perfect peace.
I trust in God’s covenant provision—before I see it.
Satan’s “what ifs” have no place in my thought life.
I rejoice in the outcome, but I am anchored in the process.