Peace

"For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit." ~Romans 14:17

Peace is a key in which will lead us through doors of opportunity and destiny.  “For you will go out with joy and be led forth with peace.” (Isaiah 55:12).  Peace is the umpire of our heart that guides us through rough waters and difficult circumstances (Colossians 3:15).  Peace is a weapon of warfare in which we put Satan under our feet (Romans 16:20; Ephesians 6:15).

The absence of peace = the presence of confusion and the lack of clear direction (1 Corinthians 14:33).  As we keep our minds focused on Him, we will remain in state of peace (Is.26:3).  Our time with the Prince of Peace is primary.  The fruit in which we desire in our personal lives will not manifest without time at His Feet (Galatians 5:22).  Our laboring will be in vain if we aren’t led by The Spirit of peace (Psalm 127:1).  The fruit of our Spirit-led labors will be evident to all as we remain led forth with peace. 

The timing of the Lord is made evident to us through peace.  When Holy Spirit says, “WAIT”, we better wait.  When Holy Spirit says, “RUN”, we better run.  Don’t allow other voices to push you in a direction you aren’t being led.  The Sons of God are led by the Spirit of God, not by someone’s ambition (Romans 8:14; Philippians 1:17).  Human ambition is not our motivation to move in a direction, Father’s Heart is our motivation – let us be one with Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (John 17:21).  One Mind, One Heart, One Voice, One Direction!  When we are one with Him, peace will manifest.

It's my desire to experience God's Kingdom Culture wherever I go.  A large part of that culture is peace.  Here are a few suggestions for creating a culture of peace in your home, church, work-place, etc.:

1.  True Peace only comes through Faith in Jesus Christ (Is. 48:22; Ephesians 2:14; Colossians 1:19-20).

2. Invest time in your relationship with the Prince of Peace - Jesus (Isaiah 9:6; Matt. 6:33).

3.  Submitting to God will release peace in your life (Job 22:21; Isaiah 57:2; James 4:7-8).

4.  Pursue peace (2 Timothy 2:22).
5.  Make an effort to live at peace with others (Romans 12:18; Romans 14:19; Ephesians 4:30; Heb. 12:14).
6.  Keep your mind focused and in check (Isaiah 26:3; Romans 8:6)
7.  Remember...Peace is a gift from God (Numbers 6:26; Psalm 29:11; John 14:27).