Make Peace Today

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY

James 3:18

And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.

Romans 12:18

If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Peace is defined as a state of mutual harmony between people or groups, especially in personal relations. Before we talk about peace with others we must make sure that we are at peace with ourselves. Is there turmoil going on within you? Is there something that you need to forgive yourself for doing, saying or being? It is hard to extend mercy, peace and love to others if you are lacking it for yourself. Let today be a day to release yourself first then release others. Start fresh. Let peace be sown and spring up from within that you may freely extend it to those around you. The one thing that I love dearly about our God is that He is so forgiving. That is because of the love and the shed blood of Jesus Christ. Chose to forgive yourself today. If  you have asked for God's forgiveness, He has forgiven you and He wants you to forgive yourself.

Once we find our inner peace we can give peace. We should always look to be a peacemaker in all our environments and relationships. In our homes, on our jobs, in our churches, with our siblings, our friends, our neighbors, etc.  An environment of peace breads joy and happiness. 

Set out to make peace today in a situation that is lacking harmony. Allow God to use you to be a peacemaker. Remember, you must have peace within to bring peace to others.

We live in a world filled with hostility; however we have the power to overshadow hostility with peace. Try utilizing this power in your circle of influence. 

The candle of Peace

Peace, all other peace transcending
Peace so eternal and unending.
Peace that passes all understanding
Peace so perfect and undemanding

Peace lovely peace floods into my soul
Peace of healing making me whole
Peace from God, peace from heaven.
Jesus whispers this peace deep within. 

Royston Allen