Peace

Experiencing True Peace

Experiencing True Peace

For He Himself is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of separation (Ephesians 2:14 NJKV) The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace (Romans 8:6 NIV) Are you going through tough trials and circumstances? We encourage you not to let your faith slip away, but stand firm in the faith and keep fighting the good fight (Hebrews 2:1; 1 Timothy 6:12). If we do this, the Lord promises that He will turn our mourning into dancing (Jeremiah 31:4; Psalm 30:11). Furthermore,...Read more
Overcoming Tests, Trials, and Troubles

Overcoming Tests, Trials, and Troubles

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33 NIV). Today, there are many faithful Christians who are going through various hardships. We too go through various problems and challenges. These tests or trials may come from the world, Satan, or allowed by God. For the faithful Christian, such trials might be the result of following and trusting God, and their purpose is to prove our faith, as was the case of Job (Job 1:1-22). However, many trials...Read more
Do Not Be Anxious

Do Not Be Anxious

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, 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). Have you ever spent sleepless nights deeply troubled, mentally distressed, greatly worried, in anguish, scared, or fearful of some danger, misfortune, or other unpleasant circumstances that are happening (or about to happen) to you? Many of us have given in to anxiety, at one time or another. Being anxious is synonymous with being fearful, fidgety, nervous, restless, uptight,...Read more
Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 2

Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 2

If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men (Romans 12:18 NKJV) Resolving Conflict the Biblical Way This continues where we left off in the  Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 1 message. When dealing with conflict, the Bible strongly encourages us Christians to pursue peace with one another by having humble hearts, acknowledging their part in the conflict, repenting, and reconciling (Hebrews 12:14-15). The Bible provides the following additional guidelines to help us in resolving conflict: Be led the by the Holy Spirit so that we will not gratify the things of the...Read more
Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 1

Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 1

Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many (Hebrews 12:14-15 NIV). Conflict can be defined as a serious disagreement, quarrel, argument, or contention, typically one that lingers on for a while. Other synonyms in the dictionary for conflict include: strife, discordance, hostility, disharmony, antagonism, antipathy, enmity, ill feeling, bad blood, squabbling, bickering, wrangling, feuding, disunity, dissension, dispute, friction, division, opposition, and...Read more