“Jesus’ Peace”

John 14:27 (NIV)

“Peace I leave with you; my Peace I give you. I don’t give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

Meditation;

Peace is a reality few people experience these days. But in the midst of our chaotic world, God offers a Peace that goes far beyond human understanding. This Hope of Peace lies at the heart of the Bible.

All of us are born in need of a restored relationship with our creator because of Adam and Eve’s rebellion in the Garden of Eden. But, God lovingly provided a solution for this relationship problem. He promised to send someone who would offer Salvation to everyone. This person is Jesus, “the lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” John 1:29 By Faith and Trust we believe that Jesus’ offered Himself for our sins so we can experience salvation and as a result, Peace with God.

But daily events (Russian invasion to Ukraine, Covid 19 pandemic… etc.) threaten this, Peace. Our anger, jealously, relationships, jobs and health issues leave us feeling anything but peaceful. Jesus provides the Peace of God. He said: “Peace I leave with you; my Peace I give you…I don’t give to you as the world gives…Don’t let your hearts be troubled and don’t be afraid” John 14:27

The apostle Paul encouraged us with these words: “let the Peace of Jesus Christ rule in our hearts, since as members of one body you were called to Peace. And be thankful” Colossians 3:15

The big story of the Bible is that Jesus conquered death and promises us Eternal Life. Because of this wonderful Truth, we don’t need to be consumed by the world’s uncertainty. Instead we can let the Peace of God rule in our hearts.

Prayer:

Father in heaven, thank you for sending Jesus to pay in full for my sins, for saving me and restoring my relationship with You. Thank you for giving me His Peace! In the name of Jesus, I pray your will be done. Amen!