Let’s face it—life today can feel like it’s too much.
You wake up and scroll the news: fear, violence, injustice. You open social media: smiling faces, perfect lives, endless comparison. You try to focus, but your mind is constantly pulled in a 100 different directions.
It’s exhausting. And if you’re being honest… it’s draining your spirit.
You carry it quietly. The worry. The stress. The tiredness that sleep doesn’t fix. You try to stay hopeful, but the weight of the world keeps pressing in.
And then there’s the inner stuff— The guilt over what you should’ve done. The resentment you wish you could let go of. The doubts that creep in when God feels silent.
It’s no wonder your soul is tired.
Many of us are living spiritually depleted lives, constantly plugged into noise, pressure, and fear. We’re running on fumes—hoping that someday, somehow, peace will come.
But here’s the truth: Peace isn’t something we find out there. Peace is something we carry within—when we’re connected to God.
And that’s what led me to write God’s Perfect Peace.
A Gentle Invitation Back to Stillness
This book wasn’t written from a mountaintop. It was written from the middle of the mess—from seasons of anxiety, exhaustion, and doubt
It’s not a how-to manual. It’s not about pretending everything’s fine.
It’s a conversation. A companion. A gentle reminder that peace is possible—even now.
Inside, you’ll find personal stories, honest reflections, and practical steps rooted in Scripture—all designed to help you:
Let go of fear and anxiety—even when life feels uncertain
Escape the grip of comparison, digital noise, and emotional exhaustion
Quiet the resentment, guilt, and inner criticism that steals your joy
Stop striving for approval and start resting in God’s unshakable love
Reconnect with God—even if He feels distant right now
You don’t need to “get it all together.” You just need space to breathe—and an open heart.
This book helps you create that space.
Peace for You—and the Next Generation
As a special gift, you’ll also receive a bonus children’s book when you download God’s Perfect Peace.
Mia Learns About God’s Peace is a gentle, illustrated story for little ones. It follows Mia, a young girl who learns how to find peace in God during a storm.
It’s perfect for family time, bedtime reading, or introducing your child to the God who calms our fears.
Because peace is not just for us. It’s a gift we can pass down.
Your Soul Deserves Rest
If your spirit feels worn out from carrying too much If you long to quiet the noise and reconnect with what’s real and lasting…
God’s Perfect Peace is here to help. It will walk with you—step by step—toward a peace that stays steady, even when life isn’t
So take a breath. Let this be your invitation back to stillness.
In 2018, I cared for my sick father who had COPD. I witnessed his decline from 210 lbs. to 98 lbs. There were moments when I walked in and feared he had passed away. Fortunately, I wasn’t there when he passed on August 8th, 2018, as it would have been emotionally overwhelming.
Why am I sharing this with you?
A month or two after his death, I published a book, “Enter the Kingdom of God.” In hindsight, I realize I shouldn’t have released it then, given my state of mind.
Recently, I revisited “Enter the Kingdom of God” and recognized it fell short of delivering its message as powerfully as I intended. Therefore, I’ve reworked it.
Initially, I planned to update it, but since readers who downloaded the original wouldn’t benefit, I’ve decided to re-release it.
“Enter the Kingdom of God—Witness a Beauty That Cannot Be Unseen” is now available for free until July 15th.
May this book strengthen your faith and bring you closer to God.
If you’ve been feeling the weight of anxiety recently, I want you to know that you’re not alone. In times of challenge, it’s easy for worry to drain away our faith, leaving us feeling helpless.
As I thought about how to offer support, I realized the profound impact stories and practical insights can have on guiding us through life’s uncertainties.
That’s why I poured my heart into creating a new book entitled, ‘Be Without Worry Every Day—Transforming Fear into Faith With Divine Wisdom.
It was written with the genuine desire to help you reclaim a sense of calm during these difficult times.
It’s an empowering guide through life’s uncertainties, filled with divine wisdom and real-life stories to help you break free from anxiety and discover a path to inner calm.
Here’s what you’ll find inside:
Real-life stories that resonate with the challenges we all face.
Practical insights to navigate through life’s uncertainties.
Tools and wisdom to overcome anxiety and find peace.
And the best part? For a limited time, I’m offering the book for FREE on Amazon!
Join me in embracing #WorryFreeLiving. Click the image below to download your free copy now!
Wishing you peace and tranquility, Rev J Martin
P.S. Share this offer with friends and family who might benefit from this empowering read. Let’s spread the message of hope and calm together! God Bless.
In a world filled with news updates and constant social interactions, it’s easy to get caught in a loop of fear and negativity. Such was the case for Jason, a man whose pessimistic worldview was cemented by a constant barrage of news and conversations that reinforced his negative outlook. However, Jason’s life took a remarkable turn when he chose to shift his focus, prioritize his faith, and make a conscious effort to break free from the chains of fear. This is the inspiring story of how Jason’s journey towards positivity not only transformed his own life but also had a ripple effect on the world around him.
The Loop of Fear: Jason’s life was consumed by fear. He would spend hours watching news channels that focused on the darker aspects of the world, filling his mind with stories of war, crime, and despair. Additionally, his social circle consisted of friends and family members who shared similar pessimistic views, reinforcing his negative perspective. This constant exposure to fear-inducing information and like-minded conversations trapped Jason in a cycle that prevented him from seeing the beauty and possibilities that life had to offer.
A Shift in Focus: Realizing the impact of his fear-driven lifestyle, Jason decided to make a change. He recognized that his faith was a powerful tool that could guide him towards a more positive and fulfilling life. Jason made a conscious decision to spend less time watching the news, limiting his exposure to negativity, and instead redirecting his attention towards nurturing his faith. By immersing himself in uplifting spiritual practices, he started to cultivate a sense of peace and hope within himself.
Reinventing Conversations and Interactions: As Jason began to distance himself from the loop of fear, he also reevaluated his conversations and interactions with others. Recognizing that his social circle was contributing to his negative mindset, he sought out new perspectives and engaged in meaningful discussions with individuals who held diverse opinions. By actively seeking out different viewpoints and engaging in constructive conversations, Jason opened himself up to new possibilities and gained a broader understanding of the world.
Discovering His Purpose: With a renewed focus on positivity, Jason began to realize that he had a vital role to play in making the world a better place. He tapped into his unique gift of connecting with others and recognized it as an opportunity to serve his community. Jason started small by volunteering at local organizations, lending a helping hand to those in need. Through these acts of kindness, he discovered that even his smallest efforts had a ripple effect on the lives of others.
The Power of Positive Influence: As Jason continued to embrace his role in creating a positive impact, he witnessed the transformative power of his actions. By radiating positivity and compassion, he inspired others to do the same. Jason’s gift of connecting with people allowed him to encourage and uplift those around him, fostering a sense of hope and resilience within his community. The ripple effect of his positivity spread far beyond his immediate interactions, touching the lives of individuals he may never have met directly.
Conclusion: Jason’s journey from fear to positivity serves as a testament to the transformative power of faith and conscious choices. By breaking free from the loop of fear, Jason was able to redefine his perspective on life and discover his purpose in making the world a better place. His focus on nurturing his faith, seeking out diverse viewpoints, and using his gift of connecting with others empowered him to create a positive ripple effect that touched the lives of many. Jason’s story reminds us that we all have the power to contribute to a better world, and it begins with our individual choices to embrace positivity, foster understanding, and serve our communities.
Let Jason’s journey inspire you to break free from the cycle of fear, nurture your faith, and use your unique gifts to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Remember, it only takes a small spark of positivity to ignite a flame of transformation.
Take a moment to reflect on your own life. Are you caught in a loop of fear and negativity? Are the news and the conversations you engage in reinforcing a pessimistic worldview? If so, consider following in Jason’s footsteps.
Shift your focus towards faith and spirituality. Dedicate time each day to nourish your inner being, whether through prayer, meditation, or engaging with uplifting spiritual practices. Limit your exposure to fear-inducing news and seek out alternative sources of information that promote hope and positivity.
Reinvent your conversations and interactions. Surround yourself with individuals who bring diverse perspectives and engage in uplifting discussions. Be open to learning from others, challenging your own beliefs, and finding common ground. Together, we can create a more compassionate and understanding society.
Take time to identify your unique gifts and talents. Ask yourself how can you utilise them to serve your community and make a positive impact? Whether through volunteering, mentoring, or simply spreading kindness in your everyday interactions, your actions can have a profound effect on those around you.
Remember that change begins with you. Embrace the power within yourself to break free from the loop of fear and negativity. Embrace the power to transform your own life and the lives of others. The world needs your positive influence.
As you embark on your own journey of positivity and service, may you be inspired by Jason’s story and the countless other individuals who have chosen to rise above fear and make a difference. Together, let us create a ripple effect of love, compassion, and hope that will resonate far beyond our own lives.
The time for positive change is now. Take that first step, and let the world be transformed through your faith, your actions, and your unwavering commitment to making a difference.
Remember, you have the power to break free, to inspire, and to create a world that is filled with light and love. Embrace it, and let your journey begin.
In September last year, I myself got Covid. And from that experience I understood why governments were so concerned. At that time it was the Delta variant. I will never forget the pain in my head, the closest I can describe it is, as if there was a heavy weight on my head at all times, plus my head felt constantly hot.
Then there was the uncontrollable coughing, that at times felt like it wouldn’t stop, which affected my breathing. I had to learn to relax and breathe slowly in throught my nose and out throught my mouth, so that I would not panic. Plus, I lost my taste of food, which limited me to the simplest of meals.
But the worse part of all was my bodes inability to regulated my body temperature. Meaning that I was unable to sleep for long period of time.
Thankfuly after two weeks I felt much better.
But as bad as having Covid was, for me it wasnt the worse part of the last two years.
For me, it has been the countless stories spread online, only leading to me feeling anxious and confused. This virus affects everyone differently, so when some people get it and have mild systoms they wonder what all the fuss is about which leads to frustration and anger.
The internet is a wonderful creation, but the last two years have shown its darkside.
Thankfully now there is talk of the virus becoming endemic, (coming to an end) as the Omicron variant is much less mild but also highly transmissible meaning that it is now the dominant variant. And the other more harmful variant will fade away. Also, studies are showing that natural immunity is giving people as much protection against the virus as the covid vaccine, which is exellent news.
2022 is finally showing us rays of hope that we all so desperately need.
What have we learnt?
The pandemic has shown just how much we take for granted. Firstly, and most importantly, our freedoms. The ability to do what we want when we want. Then there is the fact that any delays in the food chain can leave us without essential supplies in weeks.
The glamour life most of us live is nothing but smoke and mirrors.
The mirrors (media) help create an illusion, and the smoke (technolgy, internet, phones, apps) is frequently used to divert our attention.
Its time that we all wake up to the fact that the world that has been sold to us is fake. “Life isn’t about having, it’s about being. You could surround yourself with all that money can buy, and you would still be miserable.
I know people with perfect bodies, with the perfect job, the perfect house who don’t have half the happiness I’ve found. On my journeys I’ve seen more joy in the slums of Peru than in wealthy estates worth millions.
Why is that?
When you look for happiness in mere objects, you will l find that they are never enough.
You will only find contentment when you use your natural talents and and abitities. When you recognise that the, “if I just had X, then I would be happy syndrome is a mass delusion.
True happiness comes from helping others and from accepting who we are, flaws and all.
With so much negativity all around me, it is refreshing to see people moving forward and planning for the future.
Focusing on the good in difficult times is challenging; there is no doubt about that. But when you look at the alternative, concentrating on the bad, then it is a task worth investing your time.
When you focus on the negative, you will notice that the problem you have will grow bigger and bigger, you will begin to see things that you didn’t think of at first.
Worrying and feeling anxious very rarely, if ever, resolves a situation. However, what does help is sitting down and asking yourself what you can do to make things better and whatever you come up with, getting to work on it without delay.
I can only speak for myself, but the last year has been one of the most challenging years in my life. Usually, a person of great faith, that faith has been shaken.
Almost every conversation I have with people nowadays is rooted in fear. People are worried about the future, uncertain of what the future holds. And rightfully so, there are a lot of unknowns moving forward.
2020/21 has been a very confusing time, and it’s quite natural to be fearful, so how can you increase your faith when you are full of fear?
Well, the first step is to realise that FEAR is the absence of FAITH. Meaning that if you are feeling fearful, you are purposely or unintentionally focusing on more fearful thoughts.
So how can you reverse this?
Take it upon yourself to focus more on faith.
This is not easy, but what has helped me immensely is to connect with nature as often as I can. Although, of course, sometimes the negative thoughts are so strong that you can not shake them off.
When I find that negative thoughts have a firm hold of me, I have learned from experience that you must change up your routine.
So instead of the familiar, go to a new location, walk through a forest or beside the ocean. When surrounded by new places, our minds are forced to take in further information; when we walk on uneven surfaces or hear new sounds, our minds have no choice but to take our awareness into the present moment; otherwise, we may bump into something or trip or fall.
As powerful as the mind is, it can only think of one thought at a time, so if it is torturing you with the same thought over and over, it is time that you change your surroundings. You will not believe the difference that it makes.
What most people do, however, is they keep the same routine, letting the same thoughts replay day after day, not knowing that there is a better way.
Most of us have plenty to worry about, but the more we dwell on our worries, the bigger they grow.
Increasing your faith is about changing your focus; it’s about connecting more with nature and connecting more with God. You can make the shift; you get to choose how you spend your time; you can spend time doing things that build you up or things that tear you down.
Choose today to get close to God and spend time surrounded by his beautiful creation. Spend time with the people that build you up and want the best for you. Do the things that bring you joy and happiness and give you the most pleasure.
Getting through this pandemic is difficult; your mind will default to the negative, and the reason for this is that there is negativity all around us. Therefore, we must take it upon ourselves to feed our minds with information to build us up and help us grow.
The most crucial time to do this is first thing in the morning. It is reported that the first 30-60 minutes set the tone for the day. So play, read, or listen to something that will uplift your spirit and make you feel good.
Change up your routine.If your default is checking emails and notifications, put that off until after breakfast; if it is to tune into the morning news, put on some music instead.
It sounds almost too simple to be effective, but you will not believe the difference that it makes.
You give yourself the chance to experience life without being bombarded with marketing and negative news.
Everyone needs a ray of light in their lives, be a ray of sunshine for someone else this weekend.
There is so much uncertainty in our world, and if you are not careful, fear can take control of your thinking.
Layer on top of that past hurts, regrets, and disappointments, and you may feel drained of all your energy.
In my opinion, it is vital to do self-work to remove any negativity that’s in your power to remove. Necessary to strengthen your faith and build on that faith through your words and actions.
The Power to Change Your Life is a boxset containing, The Power of Surrender, The Power of Mountain Moving Faith, and The Power of Words. I combined these books as I think they provide an excellent foundation moving forward.
Available for FREE today on Amazon.
Wishing you all the best. I will keep you in my prayers.
When you start to overthink a past hurt or mistake them, thoughts will soon fill your mind. What happened may have happened years ago, but within minutes you can be feeling the same feelings as if it only happened yesterday.
Regret, pain, and bitterness can rob you of your joy.
And once negativity gets a hold of you, it can be tough to shake it off.
If you are feeling overwhelmed at this time, it can seem like there is no hope, that there is no way that things can get better. Emotions like fear, worry and doubt can blind you from opportunities that are right in front of your eyes.
But there is a solution…
You must actively fill your mind with faith.
Thinking thoughts of faith may seem simple, but it’s not. And the reason, the last thing you want to do when you are feeling down is to read something that will lift you up. Reading words of faith when you are in the grips of fear will initially make you feel uncomfortable, but when you do, something remarkable happens.
Your faith is released.
Knowing will soon replace doubt; peace will soon replace worry.
When life is not going to plan, the negative thoughts will come, telling you that you’re not good enough, smart enough, talented enough, but you must develop ways to remove those limiting thoughts and replace them with ideas that will give you strength to propel you forward.
Nothing is impossible to the person who challenges their fears and chooses to release their faith.
Live Today With Faith 