A Word for You This May: Peace that Guards and Grounds You

Hey Friend,

This month, I want to speak directly to the heart of the woman who’s doing all the things—building her business, showing up for her family, giving her best at work or in ministry, and quietly carrying more than most people know.

Philippians 4:6–7 in the Amplified Bible says:

Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. And the peace of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which transcends all understanding, [that peace which] stands guard over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours].

This scripture has been close to my heart for as long as I can remember—but especially in those seasons when the schedule is heavy, changes are happening faster than you can adjust, and challenges outside of your control just keep coming.

I’m in one of those seasons right now and have been since last year June.

I’ve had to lean into this Word in a fresh way—not just reading it, but walking it out. Speaking it aloud. Standing on it. Choosing peace on purpose. And friend, I want that same kind of peace for you—not the kind that waits for everything to calm down, but the kind that holds you steady while you’re still in the storm.

The truth is high-capacity women like us can be leading and still silently battling anxiety. Making bold moves while quietly worrying. Praying for others and forgetting to bring your own specific requests to God.

This is your reminder to slow down and breathe.

To bring every detail—yes, even the messy, unclear, or seemingly small ones—to God.

To not just wish for peace, but to receive it. To walk in it.

That kind of peace is not passive. It’s protective. It guards your heart and your mind when life tries to pull you in a hundred directions.

So as you lead, serve, support, and build this month…

Challenge yourself to lean into the kind of peace that isn’t rooted in everything being fixed, but in knowing Who’s holding you steady.

You don’t have to hustle your way into peace.
You pray your way into peace.
You trust your way into peace.
And it’s already yours.

I’m right there with you, and I’m walking in victory.
Let’s do the same together.

Blessings and love,
Lisa Shaw
Founder & CEO of LisaShawCares, LLC
Personal, Executive & Mindset Coach | Speaker (Business & Ministry) | Business Strategist | Author