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marbella3 70F
2483 posts
7/2/2019 4:18 am

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7/3/2019 1:45 am
How to Find Peace
Bible in a Year:

Job 22–24; Acts 11
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace.

Colossians 3:15

Colossians 3:12-17
“What do you think about peace?” my friend asked as we ate lunch together. “Peace?” I said, puzzled. “I’m not sure—why do you ask?” He answered, “Well, as you jiggled your foot during the church service I wondered if you’re agitated about something. Have you considered the peace God gives to those who love Him?”

That day some years ago, I was a bit hurt by my friend’s question, but it started me on a journey. I began exploring the Bible to see how God’s people embraced this gift of well-being, of peace, even in the midst of hardship. As I read Paul’s letter to the Colossians, I chewed over the apostle’s command to let the peace of Christ rule in their hearts (Colossians 3:15).

Paul was writing to a church he’d never visited but had heard about from his friend Epaphras. He was concerned that as they encountered false teaching, they were losing the peace of Christ. But instead of admonishing them, Paul encouraged them to trust Jesus, who would give them assurance and hope
(v. 15).

We all will encounter times when we can choose to embrace or refuse the rule of Christ’s peace in our hearts. As we turn to Him, asking Jesus to dwell in us, He will gently release us from the anxiety and cares that weigh us down. As we seek His peace, we trust that He will meet us with His love.

Reflect & Pray
What situations or relationships weigh on your mind and heart? How can you ask Jesus to bring you His peace?

Jesus, You give peace that passes all understanding. Help me embrace Your peace in every area of my life.
MrsJoe 76F
17383 posts
7/2/2019 9:08 am

 Sometimes, I have to stop and reach out to that special peace. Other times, I just have to walk away from people or situations that disturb my peace.
Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.


MrsJoe 76F
17383 posts
7/2/2019 9:09 am

 BTW, every time I see the full moon, I turn my head slightly and I can see the rabbit having a tea party that my daddy had shown me when I was little.
Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.


Shartaun03 81F
6196 posts
7/2/2019 9:45 am
    Quoting MrsJoe:
    BTW, every time I see the full moon, I turn my head slightly and I can see the rabbit having a tea party that my daddy had shown me when I was little.
Oh Pat that is cute. I always thought that the moon was full of blue cheese. In the winter time when I was growing up I always thought the moon was very cold. In the fall when we had a harvest moon it was very big. In the winter when there was lots of snow on the ground we could play outside when the moon was up as it was so bright. You certainly get a different perspective of the moon when you live in the country as compared to living in the city.


MrsJoe 76F
17383 posts
7/2/2019 10:54 am
    Quoting Shartaun03:
    Oh Pat that is cute. I always thought that the moon was full of blue cheese. In the winter time when I was growing up I always thought the moon was very cold. In the fall when we had a harvest moon it was very big. In the winter when there was lots of snow on the ground we could play outside when the moon was up as it was so bright. You certainly get a different perspective of the moon when you live in the country as compared to living in the city.
Sure do. There are nights in the country where the sky is like a black velvet cloth, covered in sparkling diamonds. They look so close, I feel like I could touch them. And as you mentioned, sometimes the moon is so bright, it's like day.
Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.


TxJW500 81M

7/2/2019 11:45 am

 I have Peace I have had it for many years now.
It comes from within.




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