6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. 7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end
- Isaiah 9:6-7 (KJV)14 “Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!”
- Luke 2:14 (ESV)
Three Hebrew words in the bible that describes “peace”
Shaqat - Rest (Judges 3:11)
Shalam - Cessation from war, to be safe, to be friends with (Joshua 11:19)
Shalom - To be made whole, complete (Isaiah 9:6)
11 So the land had peace for forty years, until Othniel son of Kenaz died.
- Judges 3:11 (NIV)17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
- Romans 14:17 (ESV)
3 Main Focal Points
1. Peace with God
5 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God.
- Romans 5:1-2 (NIV)
2. Peace Of God - Peace within
7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
- Philippians 4:733 “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)10 Steadfast love and faithfulness meet;
righteousness and peace kiss each other.
- Psalm 85:10 (ESV)17 And the effect of righteousness will be peace,
and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever.
- Isaiah 32:17 (ESV)165 Great peace have those who love your law;
nothing can make them stumble.
- Psalm 119:165 (ESV)7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
- Philippians 4:7 (ESV)
3. Peace with men
18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
- Romans 12:18 (NIV)23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, 24 leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.
- Matthew 5:23-26 (NIV)