If you have been without it, and finally get some, you come to understand its value. Whatever else you may have, without peace you have nothing because peace is priceless.
Peace is a central theme in the Bible, reflecting God’s will for humanity and HIS creation. Through HIS Word we can gain a deeper understanding of the peace that God offers, and how it surpasses all human understanding. One place it speaks of HIS perfect peace is in (Isaiah 26:3). In (Psalm 34:14) it teaches us to live in peace with everyone, tells us to work hard at it. (John 14:27) says “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart!”
Peace is more than the absence of conflict; it encompasses complete soundness, and wellbeing. The Hebrew word “shalom” and the Greek word “eirene” both convey a sense of wholeness and harmony that is rooted in a right relationship with God and others. This kind of peace is a gift from God, and is integral to HIS character.
Jesus is often referred to as the “Prince of Peace’. HIS life and teachings exemplify the peace that God desires for humanity. HIS peace is not merely lack of conflict but a profound sense of wellbeing, and reconciliation with God. He calls HIS followers to be peacemakers, bringing HIS peace to others.
Peace is a comprehensive state of wellbeing that HE desires for all creation. You can achieve it through a right relationship with God; trust in HIS plan, and live according to HIS teachings.
The Prince of Peace is priceless!
Isaiah 26:3
New International Version
3 “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
Isaiah 26:3
King James Version
3 “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
Isaiah 26:3
Living Bible
3 “He will keep in perfect peace all those who trust in him, whose thoughts turn often to the Lord!”
Psalm 34:14
New International Version
14 “Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.”
Psalm 34:14
King James Version
14 “Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.”
Psalm 34:14
Living Bible
14 “Turn from all known sin and spend your time in doing good. Try to live in peace with everyone; work hard at it.”
John 14:27
New International Version
27 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
John 14:27
King James Version
27 “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
John 14:27
Living Bible
27 “ “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart! And the peace I give isn’t fragile like the peace the world gives. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”