According to the Apostle Paul, we’re “called to peace”
“Also, let Christ’s peace control you.
God has called you into this peace by bringing you into one body. Be thankful.”
Colossians 3:15
Isn’t that phrase intriguing?
Have you ever considered that part of your calling is peace?
It’s staggering to consider.
God calls me and you to peace.
Even when flights are canceled, roads are messy, and we miss meetings, we’re called to peace.
When the health diagnosis is not great, when the people in your life make unwise decisions, when the job pursuit fails, we are called to peace and promised peace.
Scripture is filled with promises of peace.
Consider These 5 Promises of Peace:
“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety.”
Psalm 4:8
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your heart be troubled.”
John 14:27
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control”
Galatians 5:22-23
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, 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 minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7
Dear friends, peace is a gift from God.
We open our hands, surrender our plans, and receive His peace.
He has promised it so we can count on Him.
Lord Jesus, You are the Prince of Peace.
When my plans go awry, when my health fails, when the people in my life disappoint, or tragedy strikes, You have promised me peace.
Today, Lord Jesus, I open my heart and my hands.
I surrender to Your plans and I receive Your peace.
When my thoughts become anxious, help me to remember: You, Yourself, are my peace.
You go before, behind, above, and beneath me into this day.
I trust You, Lord Jesus.
✝️
In Jesus’ name I pray
Amen
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