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3. Relying on God's Word

True peace can only be experienced if we are anchored in the Word of God. As Colossians 3:16 mentions, it's when Christ's Word dwells in us in all its richness that we can truly experience Christian peace.

Over the years, I've learned that this peace doesn't come simply by knowing the Word, but by living it. Whenever I'm going through a difficult period, I go back to the Bible. It's by relying on God's Word that the peace of Christ truly takes its place in my heart. It's peace that crushes the enemy, changes circumstances, and gives me the strength to carry on.

"And the God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen." - Romans 16:20

Peace, in the Bible, is a powerful weapon. It's a shield against attack, a force that crushes the enemy. And it's a reminder that, no matter what we're going through, God is always with us, ready to give us His peace that surpasses all understanding.

Conclusion

Biblical peace is an invitation to live differently. It's not an escape from reality, but a different way of facing it. It's a deliberate choice to rely on God's Word, to let Christ's peace reign in our hearts, and to move forward with confidence, knowing that God is always at our side.

I encourage you, dear readers, to seek that peace. Read the Word, pray, and allow Christ's peace to be the arbiter of your lives. And, as Paul said, may the peace of God, which passes all understanding, guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

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Blessings,
Jeremy Pothin