The Lord's Peace

The Lord wants us to find peace in Him. Sure you've heard the word peace plenty of times. But peace from the Lord is something different. It's something special. Philippians 4:7 says, "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." God's peace transcends all understanding. This means it surpasses ALL understanding. The peace of God is something powerful. It's not a worldly peace. Our world sees peace as soothing music, a quiet beach, or maybe just rest. Now I'm not saying these things aren't peaceful. What I'm trying to say is that this is worldly peace that only lasts a while. This peace is simply what we make it. But the peace of the Lord is not of the world. God's peace is from His Word. God's peace is found in Christ alone. It's a peace that lasts. A peace that will "guard our hearts and our minds". John 14:27 says this, "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Your heart must not be troubled or fearful." The world's peace doesn't compare to the peace found in Christ. Colossians 3:15 says, "And let the peace of the Messiah, to which you were also called in one body, control your hearts. Be thankful." We are called to live in His peace and let this peace control our hearts. And be thankful. Be thankful for the gift of peace through Christ, which is so powerful yet so comforting. Always be thankful.