The Gift Of Peace

In the part of the world where Jesus lived, “Peace” was the greeting when both coming and going, beginning a letter and ending a letter. That says something about its importance and its position.

First, as something important: To not wish someone peace would be to want strife, ill will, and calamity to come upon them. Secondly, the position of “Peace” being the most prominent greeting places it on your lips instantly when coming or going, arriving and departing.

We say, “Peace on earth and good will towards men.” Our desire is that it go well with those we know and that they have peace in their lives.

The best way for that to take place is to be at peace with God through Christ Jesus and to rest in HIS will for our life.

2 John 3 - May grace, mercy, and peace, which come from God our Father and from Jesus Christ His Son, be with us who live in truth and love.

2 Thessalonians 3:16 - May the Lord of peace Himself always give you His peace no matter what happens. The Lord be with you all.

Today greet someone, either coming or going with the words, “I wish you peace.” See what God might do!

Written by Inga-Lill Guzik. All Scripture References are from The New Living Translation