The Peace of God

"Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."      John 14:27  NKJV

When somebody dies, there is usually a Last Will and Testament, which determines, who has been left something by the deceased. Here, Jesus was doing the same to the disciples but, He was not bequeathing material goods but something of more value, that cannot be bought by money, and this was Peace. This was the inner peace of conscience that arises from a sense of pardoned sin and reconciliation with God. Christ could do this because of the purchase He made, with His own blood at Calvary.

The world may try and offer this peace but, sparingly, selfishly and only for a short time. If the world gives us anything, it soon wants something in return - a payback. The peace the world offers is temporary and very expensive. For example, look at drugs. These may give someone a lift and this may seem like peace has landed in their lives. However, it is short-lived because the thrill soon wears off and the craving begins to take another trip. It is a recipe for a short life. Alcohol can have a similar effect. It is something that can take our minds off problems and help us to wind down a little. Although, not as dangerous as drugs, in the short term, but over time, excessive drinking can also bring about death.

The gift of peace that Jesus offers lasts forever. It doesn't come with expensive conditions or dangerous effects. It is pure and long-lasting and gives the believer a wonderful sense of belonging. Why then, should a Christian be afraid or troubled about anything? But we are!

If Jesus has bequeathed this wonderful peace to us, we should have no need of worry or fear at all. Jesus paid the price for this gift and He wants each of us, to receive it with both hands. 

Remember what the Apostle Paul wrote in Philippians 4:6-8:

'Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;  7and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.8Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. 9The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you.'

Amen? Amen!

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