PEACE – ONE OF THE GREATEST GIFTS FROM GOD FOR HIS PEOPLE!

BIBLE PASSAGE:
“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.” 
(John 14:27)

MEDITATION:
Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers: 
for they shall be called the children of God.” (Matthew 5:9)
Where does peacemaking begin? 
How can we become peacemakers? 
Can we discover peace within ourselves?

Freud has told us that peace is just a mental attitude. 
Psychiatrists think that if we cast away our phobias and shed our neuroses, 
then magically we will find the peace we long for. 
Unquestionably psychiatry has helped many, but it is certainly not 
a satisfactory substitute for the peace which can only come from God.

If psychiatry leaves God out, 
then ultimately we will see psychiatrists going to each other for treatment. 
There can be no peace for man until he has found peace with God. 
The LORD gives strength to his people; 
the LORD blesses his people with peace. (Psalm 29:11)
I will listen to what God the LORD says; he promises peace to his people, 
his faithful servants - but let them not turn to folly. (Psalm 85:8)

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

ACTION:
How is peace intertwined into your life?
God’s peace helps in calming your anxieties. 
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and 
petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace 
of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and 
your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7)

You are called to make a home for peace and to be at peace with others.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body 
you were called to peace. And be thankful. (Colossians 3:15)

Make every effort to live in peace with everyone 
and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. (Hebrews 12:14)

Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. (James 3:18)

If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, 
live at peace with everyone. (Romans 12:18)

Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace 
and to mutual edification. (Romans 14:19)

Consider the blameless, observe the upright; 
a future awaits those who seek peace. (Psalm 37:37)

As the time nears for us to celebrate and praise the Prince of Peace,
why not make a personal resolve to become an agent of peace which
is one way of pointing others to the Lord? 
If you are looking for ways to serve the Lord 
(and you should be if you are following Him), this is a good place to start.

Pray,
“Heavenly Father, thank You for Your promise of peace for those who love 
You and seek to do Your will. Thank You for the times You have given me 
peace and allayed my fears and anxieties. Help me to seek peace and to 
allow Your peace to flow through me. Forgive me for the times my words 
and actions have created turmoil for others, instead of bringing them 
peace. Teach me how to be the kind of peacemaker You want me to be.”