Jesus referred to in the Bible as The Prince of Peace, said, “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in Me. Here on earth, you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 NLT
How would you describe peace? The absence of conflict? Tranquility or calm? A moment away from three screaming kids?
Jesus’ peace satisfies the deepest longing of our soul, soothes loneliness, restores relationships, and overcomes the deepest betrayals we can imagine.
This Christmas Jesus, Prince of Peace, brings peace in four gift-wrapped packages delivered to you today…
Peace with God
“Since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith in Jesus Christ, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.” Romans 5:1 NLT
No more running or hiding. God isn’t out to spank you or abandon you nor withhold his love from you. He offers a fresh start with no regrets if you are willing to accept the gift of His Son, Jesus, as payment for all your poor choices.
Peace of God
Jesus tells us, “I am leaving you with a gift – peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” John 14:27 NLT
The peace of God is within you in the person of the Holy Spirit and fills us with hope, courage, and wisdom. The peace of God can leak out of you to others in a similar way Jesus’ peace flowed out of Him offering hope and friendship to the sick, lonely, and forgotten.
Peace with Self
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7 NASB
No more self-loathing or self-sabotage. No more acting out because you feel bad about being bad. Jesus’ peace brings truth into our hearts and minds and sets us free.
Peace with Others.
…as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Romans 12:18 CSB
As we experience Jesus extending peace to ourselves we begin to offer it freely to others. Freely we received – freely we give. As best we can we choose peace, not payback, as did Jesus.
Which gift is most meaningful to you this year? Who do you know that needs these three gifts? Why not forward this to them now?
Pray
Lord Jesus thank You that You are the Prince of Peace and can fill my life with peace. So, I’m thanking You for these four gifts; help me share them with my kids, spouse, friends, and those in my world who are sick, lonely, or forgotten. Amen
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