This week, I stumbled upon a statement that profoundly struck me. I stumbled upon it in a tweet, a blog, or perhaps somewhere else – I can’t quite recall. Nevertheless, it has been occupying my thoughts for the past few days, prompting me to even turn to a Bible passage to delve deeper into its meaning.
The statement revolved around the concept of the opposite of peace. It made me pause and reflect. And here’s what it said:
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“For some, the opposite of peace might seem obvious. But for me, it was an eye-opener.”
Indeed, it’s not as simple as saying that when peace is absent, war prevails. War is merely a visible manifestation of something much deeper that takes place within us.
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Think about it – when fear takes hold of people, it leads to a state of ‘war,’ whether on a personal or national level. Fear becomes the catalyst for internal battles and potential conflicts with others. When a nation succumbs to fear, it resorts to war, either defensively or offensively.
So, as someone created in God’s image and being transformed into the likeness of Christ, when I feel unsettled, devoid of God’s peace, it’s essential to examine the fears that have taken hold of my heart. There is an array of fears – fear of rejection, fear of failure, fear of loss, fear of lack, fear of pain, fear of losing control, and many more. All these fears grip our hearts and rob us of the peace that Christ offers.
As I continued to contemplate these ideas over the past few days, a well-known passage came to my mind:
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.”
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These words resonated deeply with me. I couldn’t help but wonder why peace sometimes eludes my heart.
Well, the apostle Paul provides us with some guidance on how we can invite the peace of the Prince of Peace to rule in our hearts: gratitude, absorbing the word of Christ, and embracing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Of course, there are other practices to consider, but these can serve as a good starting point.
As peace governs our hearts, we find ourselves steadfast and unwavering. It doesn’t mean that our lives won’t experience upheaval (Hebrews 12:26-29). God will continue to shake things up until that final shaking when all things are renewed according to the ways of His Kingdom. However, amidst the necessary shaking, we can still experience serene tranquility in Christ.
Always remember: the opposite of peace is not war; it’s fear. If you find yourself robbed of God’s peace, engaged in internal or external battles, take a moment to identify the source of your fear or fears. Allow God to address those fears, granting healing and guiding you to be governed by His peace.
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