Peace

For everything was created by him, in heaven and on earth, the visible and the invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created through him and for him. Colossians 1:16

We are made for peace 

Question: Do you feel like you are off course these days? Or do you struggle with anxiety or life drama?

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth Genesis 1:1

Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery depths, …Then God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. Genesis 1:2-3 

God saw that the light was good, Genesis 1:4

“Tov”. beautiful, desirable, perfectly functional, promotes and preserves life.
And God saw that it was good Ge 1:25.

 So God created man in his own image; he created him in the image of God; he created them male and female. Genesis 1:27.

God saw all that he had made, and it was very good indeed. Genesis 1:31

that the tree was good for food and delightful to look at, and that it was desirable for obtaining wisdom. Genesis 3:6.

The world is hopelessly broken and that brokenness affects all of creation as a result.

For the creation was subjected to futility—not willingly, but because of him who subjected it Romans 8:20

We are made for Peace. 
Question: do you sense a “gap” in your soul, your heart, that prevents you from having peace? What do you think might fill that? Has anything ever worked?

Steps to Peace 
Live out Good 
Mankind, he has told each of you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you: to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8.

Place Jesus on the throne.
Peace of the Heart
“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful. John 14:27.
Peace of the Soul
Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 5:1
Peace of Mind
But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without pretense. James 3:17

Be a Peacemaker
And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who cultivate peace. James 3:18.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9.

We are made for Peace. 

Reflection
What part of your life needs the peace of Christ today? Ask for Peace.
What specific action of Good will you take next week?