Peace

Peace is not simply a search for serenity and quietude. It is neither an escape from our current condition or situation.

In the book of John, the Lord Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (NIV)

Peace is embracing our “present realities”. Jesus never promised to take away what is troublesome or fearful. He instead tells us that what He offers is not what the world gives. Our confidence must be at His unequivocal promise, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you”. Peace is balance in the midst of our noisy and chaotic busyness, STILLNESS in the midst of cruel life choices and GRATITUDE to what is here and now.