As we continue to look at Christian values that change our lives, today I want to focus on Peace. Isaiah 26:3 (ESV) says, “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.”
Peace is something talked about by the world but there never seems to be a secular solution to the issue. We can look around at the unrest in countries all around the globe and can see that the world doesn’t offer much peace. The world can’t give it to us because the world doesn’t know the One who is peace.
But for those who have the Spirit of peace within us, the peace of Christ is possible, no matter our circumstances. John 14:27 (ESV) tells us, “Peace I leave you, My peace I give you; not as the world gives, do I give to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled, nor fearful.”
We can reject the chaos the world brings and embrace God’s peace. I’m sure that all of us, at one time or another have been in situations that are highly stressful and peace is not reigning in the moment. Have you ever said a prayer or cried out to God and a peace comes in and settles your heart right in the midst of the trouble? You find yourself calm while the storm is raging all around and you are amazed about the quiet feeling you’re experiencing. This has happened many times in my life.
This is exactly what Philippians 4:7-9 (ESV) is talking about, “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.”
Jesus proclaims a peace to us that goes beyond our human intellect and understanding. We need to choose to rejoice in God and who He is, and tell Him all our worries, fears, and concerns in prayer. Then we can fill our minds with God’s truth and choose to think about the things of God. Let peace reign in your heart and mind today; God has got you covered.
Blessings,
Pastor Chuck
Peace is something talked about by the world but there never seems to be a secular solution to the issue. We can look around at the unrest in countries all around the globe and can see that the world doesn’t offer much peace. The world can’t give it to us because the world doesn’t know the One who is peace.
But for those who have the Spirit of peace within us, the peace of Christ is possible, no matter our circumstances. John 14:27 (ESV) tells us, “Peace I leave you, My peace I give you; not as the world gives, do I give to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled, nor fearful.”
We can reject the chaos the world brings and embrace God’s peace. I’m sure that all of us, at one time or another have been in situations that are highly stressful and peace is not reigning in the moment. Have you ever said a prayer or cried out to God and a peace comes in and settles your heart right in the midst of the trouble? You find yourself calm while the storm is raging all around and you are amazed about the quiet feeling you’re experiencing. This has happened many times in my life.
This is exactly what Philippians 4:7-9 (ESV) is talking about, “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.”
Jesus proclaims a peace to us that goes beyond our human intellect and understanding. We need to choose to rejoice in God and who He is, and tell Him all our worries, fears, and concerns in prayer. Then we can fill our minds with God’s truth and choose to think about the things of God. Let peace reign in your heart and mind today; God has got you covered.
Blessings,
Pastor Chuck
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