The Impact of Peace
12/26/2021 - Dave Riddle
Jesus is…
Isaiah 9:6 - Prince of Peace
Peace = shalowm (Hebrew: שָׁלוֹם) - a very broad term that means health, security, tranquility, good condition, success, comfort, and more.
it has layers of meaning related to peace.
Widely used in the Hebrew Bible, shalowm clearly depicts a satisfied condition, an unconcerned state of peacefulness.
Luke 2:13 – 14 - Peace on Earth
Peace = eirēnē (Greek: εἰρήνη) - a state of tranquility, harmony, and safety. In a Christian context: the tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation.
(Re)Connection
Peace with God Himself
Romans 5:1
Confidence
John 16:33
Peaceful confidence provides escape from anger, worry…
Rest
Matthew 11:28
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest….
A Gift
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you…
Something only Jesus can give.
An invitation, a gift.
Philippians 4:7
A peace He gives to us, not something we develop
A peace that is so great we can’t understand it!
A Spiritual Orientation
Galatians 5:22 - fruit of the Spirit.
You are peaceful now live in peace.
A reality and a challenge
A Calling
Colossians 3:15
Let peace of Christ rule in your heart.
Romans 12:16
As much as it depends on you…
Hebrews 12:14
Strive for peace with everyone.
Surrender your will to the will of the Father
Pray and ask for the peace of Christ to rule our hearts
A Struggle
Matthew 10:34
Jesus becomes the dividing line
There is no peace without him.
Blessing
Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers.
Reflect, Encourage, Share Peace