Be At Peace 

   “Peace I bequeath to you, my own peace I give you, a peace the world cannot give, this is my gift to you.  Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid.” (John 14: 27) 

   The world offers only a sad imitation of peace.  It doesn’t last and carries with it the fear of losing what little peace it may temporarily give.  The peace of Christ is eternal.

   There is very little peace in the world and what peace there may be is getting harder and harder to find.  Everywhere I look there is anger, hatred, and an overall lack of respect for our fellowmen.  The “war” of words grows more vicious and destructive by the day.   Common courtesy has fallen victim to the "me” generations.

   Even in our churches there is less and less peace.  There are those who want to remain true to the teachings of God and others who want to throw them out and bow to the evil desires of a corrupt society.  Those who look to religious leaders for guidance are in a dilemma.  The lies and deceptions of heresy put the souls of the faithful at risk, bringing confusion and uncertainty.

   There is only one whose word is true and always will be; our Lord Jesus Christ.  When we turn to scripture and read His words and pay attention to His lessons we can find peace.  When we live by the truth of His words we find it easier to ignore the lies and deceits of Satan and his many followers in this world.

   Jesus spoke often of the peace He gives to those who seek it.  It is a gift He wants everyone to receive.  When we trust in Him the world becomes less troublesome and we can know the peace of the Lord.