Author: Chaplain Joshua

How to Find Peace in the Midst of Chaos

by Chaplain Joshua, posted in Christianity, Chaplaincy, Peace

Find your Peace

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

Life doesn’t slow down when our hearts are weary. The bills still come, the phone still rings, and the world keeps going even when we’re overwhelmed. In moments like these, peace can feel impossible.

However, Scripture reminds us that peace is not the absence of noise, chaos, or conflict — it’s the quiet inner strength that holds us steady within it.

Peace Is Not a Place — It’s a Presence

Many people search for peace as though it’s a far off destination: “If I could just get past this month, then I can rest.”
But real peace isn’t found in control or escape. It’s found in presence, God’s presence, here and now.

The ancient Hebrew word for peace, shalom, means more than calm. It means wholeness, a sense of harmony that comes from trusting that God is near, even when life is chaotic. 

When everything feels uncertain, peace begins with remembering this simple truth:  God is here, you are not alone. 

Simple Practices for Finding Peace

Try these practices when life feels too heavy to carry alone:

  1. Pause and Breathe:  Take three deep breaths. Whisper a prayer like, “God, be my calm.”
  2. Gratitude:  Name one small thing you’re thankful for. Gratitude is a doorway to peace.
  3. Go Out in Nature: Going out in nature can include simple acts like taking a walk, sitting mindfully, gardening, or just stopping to smell the roses.
  4. Reach Out: You don’t have to face the storm alone. Share your burden with someone you trust and who will listen.

These are by no means quick fixes, they are simple tools to remind us that peace is not something we earn, but something we receive.

Reflection

Where in your life are you craving peace today?
Invite God into that space, not to make it disappear, but to fill it with His presence.
Peace doesn’t always change our circumstances, but it always changes us.

I walk beside people who are seeking peace in uncertain times. Whether you’re facing grief, stress, or spiritual weariness, a chaplain can help you rediscover stillness and hope.

Reach out today for a confidential conversation or prayer session.


“Helping hearts find peace in the storm.”

The Ministry of Presence:

by Chaplain Joshua, posted in Chaplaincy, Scriptures

Why Just Showing Up Matters

“Be still, and know that I am God.”
 — Psalm 46:10

We live in a world that celebrates action; fixing problems, offering advice, filling silence with words. Yet some of the holiest moments in life are found not in doing, but in being present.

This is the heart of chaplaincy: the ministry of presence.
 It’s the quiet courage to sit with someone in pain, to stand beside them in uncertainty, or to wait with them in the in-between. It is the grace of simply showing. 

Presence Over Performance

In chaplaincy, we quickly learn that we cannot always make things better.
There are no perfect words when someone has lost a loved one, when a diagnosis changes everything, or when faith feels like it’s slipping away. But even when we cannot fix the situation, we can still be there.

Our presence tells the other person:

“You are not alone. I see you. I’m here.”

That simple act of being with someone quietly and faithfully speaks volumes. It’s how God’s love often moves through the world: through ordinary people showing up in extraordinary moments.

God’s Presence Through Us

The ministry of presence mirrors the heart of God.
When Scripture says, “Be still and know that I am God,” it’s an invitation to trust that divine love is at work even in silence.
In our stillness — in our willingness to simply accompany — we create space for that love to be felt.

In those moments, presence itself becomes prayer.

Reflection

Who in your life needs your presence more than your words?
Maybe it’s a friend in grief, a family member in crisis, or someone who just needs a safe space to speak. You don’t need perfect answers — just a faithful heart willing to be there.

Sometimes, the holiest thing you can say is nothing at all.

In closing, I believe that God meets us most deeply through presence — not perfection. Whether you’re walking through grief, doubt, or transition, we are here to walk beside you with compassion, stillness, and hope.

What Does a Chaplain Really Do?

by Chaplain Joshua, posted in Chaplaincy, Scriptures

“The greatest ministry is sometimes just being there.”

When people hear the word chaplain, they often think of hospitals, soldiers, or hospice rooms. And while those are sacred spaces of chaplaincy, the truth is that a chaplain’s work reaches far beyond those walls. Chaplaincy is not about a specific place — it’s about a presence.

At its heart, a chaplain is a companion of the soul. We walk beside people through seasons of suffering, uncertainty, and change. We do not come to fix or to preach. We come to listen — to hold space for the stories, questions, and grief that don’t always fit neatly into the boxes of religion or psychology.

We stand at the crossroads of faith and humanity — not as judges or experts, but as witnesses. Sometimes that means saying a prayer; sometimes it means saying nothing at all. Presence itself becomes the prayer.

The Power of Presence

“Two are better than one… If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.”

— Ecclesiastes 4:9–10

In a world that rushes to solve, explain, or distract, chaplaincy offers stillness in a crazy world.
It says, “You are not alone. I am here with you. God is here too.”

The greatest ministry, after all, is not found in eloquent words or perfect answers — but in the quiet strength of being fully present with another soul.

Reflection

Take a moment today to notice where God might be inviting you to simply “be there” for someone.
It might be a phone call, a text, a visit — or a silent prayer.
Presence is often the holiest thing we can offer.

Chaplain Services

I believe in the healing power of compassionate presence. Whether you’re struggling with loss, doubt, or transition, a chaplain can help you find peace, hope, and spiritual grounding.

If you’d like to talk or request support, reach out for a confidential session.
Helping people find light in dark places — one soul at a time.

Joshua 1: 1-9

by Chaplain Joshua, posted in Christianity, Spiritual

Strength and Courage: God’s Call to Joshua and Us

Have you ever stood at the edge of something new: a new challenge, a painful goodbye, a heavy responsibility and felt that wave of fear trying to take over? Maybe you’re there right now carrying a burden that makes your knees shake.  Joshua 1:9 is God’s personal word for people just like you and me—people standing on the edge, unsure, afraid, maybe even feeling unqualified.

This verse is not a suggestion. It’s a command.

God directly commissions Joshua to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land after Moses’ death. God reassures Joshua of His presence, commands him to be strong and courageous, and emphasizes the importance of meditating on the Word.

This passage reminds Christians that we are all called to fulfill God’s purpose in our lives, often facing challenges that may provoke fear or doubt. By understanding God’s commission to Joshua, believers can find encouragement and strength in their own callings, trusting that God equips those He calls.

 This sermon teaches about God’s faithfulness in leadership transitions, the necessity of courage in the face of uncertainty, and the importance of grounding ourselves in Scripture as we navigate our own journeys of faith.

As God commissions Joshua, it points to Christ as the ultimate leader who guides His people into the true promise of eternal life. Just as God was with Joshua, Christ promises to be with us always, empowering us to fulfill the Great Commission.

God calls us to courageous leadership in our lives, motivated by His presence and the truth of His Word.