DEFINITION:
Peace is a state of assurance, lack of fear and sense of contentment.
It is fellowship, harmony and unity between individuals. Peace
is freedom from worry, disturbance and oppressive thoughts.
EXEMPLIFIED
IN JESUS:
"For to us a child is born, to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be
called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince
of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there
will be no end. He will reign on David's throne and over his
kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness
from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty
will accomplish this." Isaiah 9:6-7
OTHER SCRIPTURE REFRENCES:
"Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and
to mutual edification." Romans 14:19
"For God is not a God of
disorder but of peace." 1 Corinthians 14:33
"Do not be anxious
about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving,
present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends
all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ
Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace,
patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
Against such things there is no law." Galatians 5:22-23
