Romans 12:18 , Romans 14:19 , Ephesians 2:14-18
During this course, the devotions have addressed the motivation of love and the action of compassion. “Peace” is the focus of this week’s devotion. We learn from the Bible of the importance of peacemaking.
The members of the early church were unfairly persecuted for their faith. God, however, instructs Christians to be peacemakers. Seeking peace and communicating in a peaceful way even when we are unjustly questioned or criticized is challenging, but desired.
Whenever wronged, the natural inclination is to respond in the same manner. But the Bible teaches a different response.
Headlines and newscasts often highlight a world in turmoil. It is no wonder people often talk about the lack of peace in their lives. We can think about peace as the absence of strife in our life, but we can also think about the source of peace.
In Ephesians, we read about two cases of animosity into which Jesus brought peace. In one case, the animosity is earthly between ethnic groups and in the other situation the animosity is between God and humanity. Through the cross Jesus brought peace in both circumstances. The biblical teaching on peace is more than the absence of strife, but also includes contentment, well-being, security and rest. Jesus is the true source of peace.
What are some words which will describe a personal style and tone of peace? Share an example of a situation where peacemaking was realized.
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