“THE WAY OF PEACE”

Isaiah 26:3

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, whose thoughts are fixed on you. (New Living Translation)

In John 16:27 Jesus gives His people a promise that is intended to be experienced by all Christians. Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. This is the source of peace for the Christian. It is found in Jesus Christ.

The question arises, “How do we access that peace?” The answer is found in Isaiah 26:3, “You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, whose thoughts are fixed on You.”

The question then is - How do we fix our thoughts on Jesus?

I would like to suggest to begin with that we start with the cross. This is where the Prince of Peace gave His life for us. Then focus on His character. Who is He?

• He is the Creator God. John 1:3

• He is the Great Shepard of the sheep. Hebrews 13:20

• He is The Way, The Truth and The Life. John 14:6

• He is the Son of God. Matthew 3:17

• He is the Lamb of God. John 1:29

• He is the One whose Name causes Satan and his demons to tremble. Hebrews 2:14, James 2:19.

• He is the One who keeps our hearts and minds to be still in the midst of turmoil just as he caused the ferocious wind and waves to cease while He was in the boat with His disciples. Mark 4:39, Philippians 4:6, 7.

Think on these things when your life is in turmoil. He works wonders when you dare to believe His promises. I know from the Word of God and from personal experience. But you have got to train your mind to rest in Him all your waking hours.

Happy trusting! God bless.

Love to all.