This week’s theme is PEACE and our bible verse is 1 Peter 3:11. I love bible verses in context and find that the Message version is a huge help. In verses 1 thru 8, Jesus is talking about interaction between wives and husbands giving instructions to both and He concludes His chat with:8-12 Summing up: Be agreeable, be sympathetic, be loving, be compassionate, be humble. That goes for all of you, no exceptions. No retaliation. No sharp-tongued sarcasm. Instead, bless—that’s your job, to bless. You’ll be a blessing and also get a blessing.
Whoever wants to embrace life and see the day fill up with good, Here’s what you do:
Say nothing evil or hurtful;
Snub evil and cultivate good;
Run after peace for all you’re worth.
God looks on all this with approval, listening and responding well to what he’s asked. But, he turns his back on those who do evil things.
My interactions with my wife, are, or should be, an example of Christ’s interaction with me and a demonstration to my sphere of influence. This goes for all our relationships. Peace speaks volumes. Read the four verses slowly again and you’ll notice it’s our actions that bring about earthly peace.
In John 14:27, Jesus once again concludes an informational download with what He felt was super important. 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
With the proper actions our mind and body will find peace. A close relationship with God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit will give peace in your heart where most of our fears and angst reside. Run after this peace for all you’re worth!
Lord I ask that you cause me to hear your calm,
quiet, voice of peace as I navigate the relationships in
my life so I can be at peace with everyone.
Amen.
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