But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23
Our theme for today is PEACE.
Peace: a state of tranquility or quiet; freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
The work of righteousness will be peace,
And the effect of righteousness, quietness and assurance forever.
My people will dwell in a peaceful habitation,
In secure dwellings, and in resting places (Isaiah 32:17-18, NKJV)
And the effect of righteousness will be peace [internal and external], and the result of righteousness will be quietness and confident trust forever.
My people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, in safe dwellings, and in quiet resting-places. (Isaiah 32:17-18, Amp)
Righteousness leads us to peace and peace leads us to rest. The place of rest is both spiritual and physical. You can find yourself in chaotic environments and not be affected because you’ve found your way to the secret place of peace in God. Psalm 91 reminds us: He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.” God is our refuge and fortress, our ever-present help in times of trouble. He is always there. That is why we can have peace in the midst of our storms, because we know Who is in control at all times.
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