John 14 278/13/2023 So how do we receive this peace? We give every situation to God in prayer and when we do this, God’s peace fills out our inner most being, because we trust in Him. Therefore, His peace is available to all who are willing to believe and trust that the Lord will meet all our needs. Throughout Scripture, God makes promises of provision for His obedient children. Psalm 119:165 emphasizes that those who love God’s Word have great peace. And we should always remember that: “My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19). If that should happen we need to immediately take our concerns to the Lord in prayer so that His peace, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). If we do not have faith, believe and trust, we do not have peace and worry and fear will creep back in. Knowing that our lives are under God’s authority should bring us great peace and assurance because He promises to work everything together for good to those of us who love Him and are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28). In Colossians 3:15, Paul tells believers, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body and be thankful.” Peace is an awesome gift of God that He gives to those who, through faith in Jesus Christ, belong to Him and walk obediently in His ways. It is steadfast confidence in our ever-faithful, immutable heavenly Father. Peace is an inner sense of contentment and quietness, regardless of life’s circumstances. We can have peace in the midst of challenges when we remember that “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). Peace comes from exercising faith in God and His Word. Inner peace comes from knowing that circumstances are temporary and that God is sovereign over all (Isaiah 46:9-11). When the “God of all peace” comes to live inside a believing heart (1 Corinthians 6:19), He begins to produce His own characteristics in that life. Peace is a fruit of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22). Peace is the presence of God giving us the inner tranquility of mind and spirit even during times of trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). He had also told His followers that “in this world you will have many troubles. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:27). Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you my peace I give you.
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