Guest post by author Nancy Lewis-Shelton “The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid.” (Hebrews 13:5-6 NIV) “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1) “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart. I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) “Be strong and courageous. Do not …
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The Gift of Peace
Peace on earth – this is what the angels promised that very first Christmas. Peace with God and peace within. Merry Christmas, my friends.
The Gift of Peace
Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others – the armies of heaven – praising God and saying, “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.” Luke 2:13-14 (NLT) Did you know the word peace recurs more than four hundred times in the …
Peace
God’s peace is not a temporary peace that needs replacing when it runs out, but a continual and indestructible outpouring of God’s bountiful gifts. His peace is bestowed in proportion to our needs. In turn, this peace circles back, influencing how we think and feel. It turns off the worrisome thoughts and channels them towards God’s faithfulness and love.