Before returning to his Father, Jesus said:
“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)
To have or receive this peace in our hearts, we must absolutely be at peace with God, be at peace with ourselves and be at peace with others.
1. To be at peace with God
The Bible says there is no peace for the sinner. (Isaiah 48:22)
To be at peace with God, we must repent.
« If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. »(1John 1:9)
2. To be at peace with ourselves
To be at peace with ourselves, we must do good and avoid evil, because evil gets us into trouble and destroys us.
« … Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. »(Romans 12:9)
We must also make our needs known in all things to God.(Philippians 4:6-7)
3. To be at peace with others
To be at peace with others, we must be willing to humble ourselves and treat them as Jesus would treat them (Philippians 2:5-8)
« If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men. »(Romans 12:18)
In Christ, let us live the peace he offers us.
PRAYER:
Our Father who art in heaven, help us to receive and experience the peace that Christ gives us.
It is in the name of your son Jesus Christ that we pray, Amen.
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