--HOW TO FIND PEACE~~
Jesus Christ is the Prince of Peace~
-[( ISAIAH 9:6 ~
"For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders;
And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." ) ]

--HOW TO FIND PEACE ~~
--"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace."
---[Colossians 3:15]

[PLEASE READ COLOSSIANS 3:12–17]--

“What do you think about peace?” my friend asked as we ate lunch together. “Peace?” I said, puzzled. “I’m not sure—why do you ask?” He answered, “Well, as you jiggled your foot during the church service I wondered if you’re agitated about something. Have you considered the peace God gives to those who love Him?”

That day some years ago, I was a bit hurt by my friend’s question, but it started me on a journey. I began exploring the Bible to see how God’s people embraced this gift of well-being, of peace, even in the midst of hardship. As I read Paul’s letter to the Colossians, I prayed over the apostle’s command to let the peace of Christ rule in their hearts (Colossians 3:15).

Paul was writing to a church he’d never visited but had heard about from his friend Epaphras. He was concerned that as they encountered false teaching, they were losing the peace of Christ. But instead of admonishing them, Paul encouraged them to trust Jesus, who would give them assurance and hope (v. 15).

We all will encounter times when we can choose to embrace or refuse the rule of Christ’s peace in our hearts. As we turn to Him, asking Jesus to dwell in us, He will gently release us from the anxiety and cares that weigh us down. As we seek His peace, we trust that He will meet us with His love.

--ODB/ABP
REFLECT & PRAY
--[LORD Jesus, You give peace that passes all understanding. Help me embrace Your peace in every area of my life. Thank You, Lord Jesus, that You are the Prince of Peace and will give Your peace to those who ask, seek and knock. (Matthew 7:7,8) ]
--Song/ Better Than Life / Shane & Shane ~<https://youtu.be/UlWLvJB1Q58>
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