Believers Church Of Sylvania

(Isaiah 9:6-7 NLT) For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His government and its peace will never end. ...

Prince of Peace = Sar Shalom

Shalom = peace, rest, tranquility, wholeness, contentment

Sar = Lord, Chief, General, the One in charge

• Outside of God leading, there is no peace.

(Proverbs 3:1-2 NIV) My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.

• Peace is a product of Lordship.

(Isaiah 9:7 NLT) His government and its peace will never end. . . .

(Acts 10:36 NLT) This is the message of Good News for the people of Israel--that there is peace with God through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.

• Peace is only under God's umbrella of faithfulness.

(Psalm 118:6 NLT) The LORD is for me, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?

(Hebrews 13:5-6 NLT) ... be satisfied with what you have. For God has said, "I will never fail you. I will never abandon you." So we can say with confidence, "The LORD is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?"

(Psalm 4:8 NLT) In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O LORD, will keep me safe.

• Peace has One source.

(Psalm 29:11 NLT) The LORD gives his people strength. The LORD blessesthem with peace.

(Romans 5:1 NLT) Therefore, since we have been made right in God's sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.

• Peace increases when you get closer to the Prince of Peace.

(John 14:27 NLT) "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.

(James 4:8 NLT) Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.