5 I AM Affirmations for Peace in Uncertain Times | Christian Journaling Devotional

When life feels uncertain, you’re not alone.

There are seasons when everything feels like it’s shifting—plans unravel, anxiety rises, and peace feels out of reach. Whether you're facing unexpected news or just trying to steady your heart in a loud world, I want you to know this: peace is still possible.

God’s Word offers us more than comfort—it gives us identity. These “I AM” affirmations are rooted in Scripture and remind you of who you already are in Christ, even when life feels anything but steady.

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Here’s how to use them:

Speak them aloud. Write them in your journal. Whisper them in the quiet moments. Let these truths settle in and remind you: God is with you, and His peace is real.

1. I AM Wrapped in God’s Peace

🕊️ You are not forgotten, frantic, or failing. You are held in divine peace that surpasses understanding.

Scriptures to meditate on:

John 14:27 (NIV):
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

Philippians 4:7 (NLT):
“Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”

Isaiah 26:3 (NIV):
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”

Psalm 29:11 (NLT):
“The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.”

Colossians 3:15 (NIV):
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”

✨ Journaling Prompt: Where in your life today do you most need God’s peace to guard your heart and mind?

2. I AM Calm Because God Is My Refuge

🌿 Life may swirl around you, but inside—deep down—you can rest. Because He is your refuge, not your routine or your results.

Scriptures to meditate on:

Psalm 46:1 (NIV):
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”

Matthew 11:28 (NLT):
“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.’”

Exodus 33:14 (NIV):
“The Lord replied, ‘My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.’”

Psalm 4:8 (NLT):
“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.”

Isaiah 32:17 (NIV):
“The fruit of that righteousness will be peace; its effect will be quietness and confidence forever.”

✨ Journaling Prompt: What burdens can you hand over to God today to find calm and rest?

3. I AM Fearless Because God Holds Me

🛡️ Fear may knock, but it doesn’t get to lead. God’s presence is stronger than what worries you. You’re not facing this alone.

Scriptures to meditate on:

Isaiah 41:10 (NIV):
“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.”

Psalm 34:4 (NLT):
“I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears.”

Joshua 1:9 (NIV):
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

John 16:33 (NLT):
“I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”

2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV):
“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.”

✨ Journaling Prompt: What fears can you lay before God today, trusting His presence?

4. I AM Steady in the Storm

⚓ You were not made to drift—you were made to anchor. Even in chaos, your soul can stay steady when it's tethered to truth.

Scriptures to meditate on:

Mark 4:39 (NLT):
“When Jesus woke up, he rebuked the wind and said to the waves, ‘Silence! Be still!’ Suddenly the wind stopped, and there was a great calm.”

Psalm 107:29 (NIV):
“He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed.”

Hebrews 6:19 (NIV):
“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain.”

Psalm 23:4 (NLT):
“Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.”

Romans 15:13 (NIV):
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

✨ Journaling Prompt: When life feels stormy, how can you anchor yourself in God’s Word?

5. I AM Filled with God’s Perfect Love

💖 You are not too much or not enough—you are deeply loved. And that love drives out fear every time.

Scriptures to meditate on:

1 John 4:18 (NIV):
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.”

Zephaniah 3:17 (NLT):
“For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

Romans 8:38-39 (NIV):
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Psalm 94:19 (NLT):
“When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer.”

Isaiah 54:10 (NIV):
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,’ says the Lord, who has compassion on you.”

✨ Journaling Prompt: How can you remind yourself of God’s unshakable love when doubts arise?

Closing Reflection

Peace isn’t the absence of problems—it’s the presence of God.

Return to these truths whenever your heart feels shaky. You are not alone. You are wrapped in love, anchored in hope, and called to peace.

📖 Want to make this a daily habit? Read one affirmation each morning or journal through the prompts on a quiet weekend.

Wishing you grace in who you’re becoming,

Alberta