The lesson of peace

The lesson of peace is one that has to be learned in the school of life

"Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." John 14:27

"The fruit of the Spirit is . . . peace" Galatians 5:22

Christian peace is the calm of the heart which is not dependent on any circumstances, and which no circumstances, however full of danger or alarm, can break. Its secret is perfect trust in God.

The lesson of peace is one that has to be learned in the school of life . It is not gotten by the changing of life's painful conditions, so as to hide one away beyond the reach of storm.

Nor is it gained through the deadening of the feelings and sensibilities, so that life's pains and trials will no longer hurt the heart. It is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. It comes through the encircling of the life with God's own peace.

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, 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

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