The God of peace

Five times in the New Testament God is described as the “God of peace.” The peace which is spoken of is not the absence of physical conflict, but spiritual reconciliation through Jesus Christ. To this end, God creates peace. Romans 5:1 says, “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” In Acts 10:36, Peter said, “The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:).” When we are dead in our sins (Ephesians 2:1-2), we are alienated from God (Ephesians 4:18; Colossians 1:21). In this condition, we need reconciliation!

Thankfully, God did not leave us in an unreconciled state. Jesus creates peace, and because those who obey Christ now have peace with God through the sacrifice of Christ, they are peaceful people. In fact, Galatians 5:22 says that part of the fruit of the Spirit is peace. We no longer live like the world (Ephesians 4:31-32).

Do you want your mind to possess the “peace that passeth all understanding” (Philippians 4:7)? Be obedient to the gospel! Do you want to find more peaceful relationships in your life? Be faithful to your calling!

Kyle Campbell