Jesus is the Prince of Peace
Isaiah 9:6-7a NIV
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, 7 Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.
Peace is a sense of tranquility and well-being; a feeling that all is well.
Life isn’t always peaceful. Life can be a combination of pandemonium, confusion, bedlam, anarchy, and complete turmoil.
Three categories of peace:
a. Peace with God.
b. Peace with yourself.
c. Peace with others.
1. Peace is an umpire.
Colossians 3:15 NIV
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
Rule – to arbitrate, to govern, to umpire.
Peace wants to umpire your decisions. Have you ever made a decision because you felt peace? This was the umpire of peace at work in your life.
When you allow peace to umpire your thoughts, you’re giving peace final authority!
2. Peace is birthed by prayer.
Philippians 4:6-7 NIV
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
We can either choose to worry or choose to pray.
Prayer is surrender. Pray is admitting we’re not in control.
Prayer is being thankful and grateful for all that’s right in our world.
Prayer is giving our concerns to the umpire and trusting His decision.
3. Peace is a blessing from God.
Psalm 29:11 NIV
The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.
