A state of calm. Freedom from strife. Harmony.

Throughout Scripture, God granted peace upon the land of His people, harmony among neighboring kingdoms and powers. And yet, within the heart of every human is a war. A war that desperately desires peace upon the land of our souls.

But how do we achieve peace in an anxious world? By seeking the Prince of Peace, connecting with the Vine, allowing Him to guard our hearts and minds, and living out peace in our relationships. This week’s scripture writing plan is on the peace and harmony found only in Christ.

As God's children, we were called to bring heavenly peace to earthly chaos. But how do we achieve peace in an anxious world? By seeking the Prince of Peace, connecting with the Vine, allowing Him to guard our hearts and minds, and living out peace in our relationships. So grab a journal and a pen, and spend some quiet time seeking His peace. #scripturewriting #bibleverses #peaceonearth

 

Key Verse: Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27

Peace is to be sought

Throughout life, we seek many things: education, spouse, hobbies, children, etc. Seldom, however, do we seek – look for, follow, pursue – peace. Do you feel the need for peace? Spend time thinking about where you need peace. Seeking peace will always lead us to the Peacemaker.

    • Turn from evil and do good: seek peace and pursue it. Psalm 34:14

Peace is a Person

More than 2000 years ago, peace came to the earth in the form of a baby. He came to bring peace, not upon the earth, but within the heart of every person who turns to Him. As sands shift on a beach, circumstances shift in our lives. He remains the constant, never-changing, always present Prince of Peace. Do you find yourself looking for peaceful situations or the peace-filled Savior? Peace is a Person, and the more we get to know that Person, the more we experience His peace.

    • He will stand and shepherd His flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And they will live securely, for then his greatness will reach to the ends of the earth. And He will be there peace. Micah 5:4-5

How do we live in peace in a world of trouble? As children of God, we have to seek the Prince of Peace, connect with the Vine, allow Him to guard our hearts and minds, and live out peace in our relationships. So grab a journal and a pen, and spend some quiet time seeking His peace. #scripturewriting #bibleverses #peaceonearth

Peace is a fruit of someone connected to the Vine

Peace is the fruit of a heart nourished by the Vine. Where there is a severed connection, there will be struggling fruit(s). After extended periods of disconnection, it begins to wither and die. If peace is not present in your life, seek God’s guidance on where there is a disconnection from the Vine, allowing Him to prune those branches.

    • But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things, there is no law. Galatians 5:22

Peace will guard your heart and mind

Living in a world full of swirling anxiety, yet not becoming like the world, requires constant attention and prayer. As we pray, our thoughts, attitudes, and emotions are shifted from inward to upward. But if we’re not resting in His presence, we can’t walk in His peace. Today, spend time laying your request at His feet, thanking Him, and resting in His presence. Prayer + thanksgiving = trust + peace

    • Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Peace with all people

You are God’s love letter to the broken world. Peace is meant to be lived out in daily interactions with family, friends, and strangers. As children of God, we are called to be peacemakers (Matthew 5:9). As we sow peace, we reap a harvest of righteousness. Do you make every effort to live at peace with those God has placed in your life? Spend time in reflection and, if needed, repentance.

    • Make every effort to live at peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness, no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. Hebrews 12:14-15

As God’s children, we were called to bring heavenly peace to earthly chaos. So grab a journal and a pen, and spend some quiet time seeking His peace with this scripture writing plan.

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