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Tag Archives: peace
Peace that Passes Understanding
Philippians 4:7 (ESV) And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. God’s peace isn’t logical. It is beyond anything we can conjure up in our own minds. We … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Hebrews 11:1, peace, Philippians 4:7
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War and Peace
“What! At peace with the Father, and at war with His Children? It cannot be.” John Flavel (1627–1691) Good morning, Lord. I say I want to live at peace with You and those around me. But then, I … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged John Flavel, peace, unity
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No Peace
Jeremiah 6:14 (NIRV) They bandage the wounds of my people as if they were not very deep. ‘Peace, peace,’ they say. But there isn’t any peace. The world’s version of peace is like a band aid on a … Continue reading
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Tagged Jeremiah 6:14, no peace, peace
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Know Peace
2 Thessalonians 3:16 (MEV) Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way. The Lord be with you all. Know God, know peace. No God, no peace. ‘Nuff said. Good morning, Lord. The … Continue reading
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Tagged 2 Thessalonians 3:16, God, know God, peace
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Morning Prayer: Peace
Good morning, Lord. I thank You for the quiet peace of the early morning. Soon I will go out of this peaceful place into the wild world. May I be a vessel who safely carries Your peace, pouring out a … Continue reading
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Tagged 2 Kings 4, morning prayer, peace
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Speak Peace
“Peace, perfect peace, in this dark world of sin? The blood of Jesus whispers peace within.” Edward H. Bickersteth, 1875 “Peace within” — no matter what troubles swirl around us. Fully aware of the coming crucifixion, Jesus spoke peace to … Continue reading
Posted in Lent, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Edward Henry Bickersteth, J, John 14:27, peace
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Morning Prayer: Peace
Good morning, Lord. My early morning quiet time with You equips me for a day filled with foolishness and frustration. If I focus on the craziness swirling around me, I am overwhelmed and fearful. If I focus on You, I … Continue reading
Morning Prayer: Peace
Good morning, Lord. The snow continues to fall, and work is cancelled. My neighborhood is shrouded in peace. True peace comes from You–internally, in our hearts, and externally, in our world. Fill me with Your peace, gently, like snowflakes piling … Continue reading
MLK: Peace and Justice
“True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice.” Martin Luther King, Jr. Stride Toward Freedom, 1957 Justice, peace … and blessings. Psalm 106:3 (ESV) Blessed are they who observe justice, who … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., justice, peace, Psalm 106:3
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Less Envy, More Peace
Envy–that’s a problem. James 3:16 (EXB) Where jealousy [or envy] and selfishness [selfish ambition] are, there will be confusion [chaos; disorder]. Wishing I had what others do (wealth, popularity or social status) rarely leads to something good. James offers the … Continue reading
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Tagged envy, James 3:16-18, peace
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