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Peace: The Gift of Wholeness
Saturday, 7 December, 2024
This past Sunday, we celebrated the second Sunday of Advent, turning our focus to the beautiful theme of Peace. Bill Chapman shared a powerful and timely message on the Peace of God, reminding us that true peace begins with a relationship with God. The Meaning of Peace In Hebrew, the word for peace is “shalom”. It’s far more than the absence of conflict; it speaks of wholeness, integrity, perfection, and faultlessness. This is the kind of peace that God offers—a peace that transforms us, fills us, and sustains us through life’s challenges. Bill shared a key truth: The peace of God only comes when we have peace with God. Peace With God God’s peace is available to us, but it begins with reconciliation. Bill reflected on Luke 2, where the angels proclaim: "Peace on earth to those whom God is pleased with." So what pleases God? It is when we: Recognise that Jesus was sent on a mission to save us. Acknowledge His sacrifice for our sins. When we accept this truth, we are no longer at odds with God. Instead, we experience a peace that surpasses all understanding—a peace that brings hope and purpose to our lives. Peace in the Storm God doesn’t promise a life free of storms, but He does promise us peace in the storm. When we trust Him, we can live with certainty—a rest assured confidence that God is faithful and His promises are true. To be rest assured means to declare: “It’s going to happen, and I’m trusting God.” Bill shared a beautiful encouragement from 2 Peter 1:2: "More grace and more peace when you grow in your knowledge of God and Jesus." God promises that as we grow in our relationship with Him, He will equip us: “I’ll give you the peace to cope and the grace to grow.” Peace Is a Gift, Not a Performance In a world that often values performance and striving, it’s easy to feel like we need to earn God’s approval. But as Bill reminded us, God’s peace is not based on our performance. Romans 4:5 teaches that God smiles on us not because of what we’ve done, but because we’ve accepted that Jesus died for us. Romans 5:1 says: “Now that we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.” Peace is a gift that comes through faith in Jesus. It’s not earned; it’s received. The Prince of Peace The prophet Isaiah foretold the coming of Jesus, calling Him the Prince of Peace. In Isaiah 9:6 (Message Translation), He is described as the “Prince of Wholeness.” This is the peace Jesus offers—wholeness and restoration in every area of our lives. As 1 John 4:9-10 reminds us, when we build our lives on the truth that God sent His Son to forgive our sins, peace becomes our portion. It brings a deep stability, a steady keel to navigate the storms of life. Receiving God’s Peace This Christmas As we continue through Advent, let’s take time to reflect on the peace that God has given us through Jesus. Bill encouraged us to: Thank God for what He has done—sending His Son to be our peace. Honour Him by living in that peace. Share this peace with others as a testimony of His goodness. The Prince of Peace came to bring wholeness to our lives, to be the anchor that holds us firm, and the steady keel that keeps us balanced in every season. This Christmas, may His peace fill your heart, your home, and your life. "May the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you." – 2 Thessalonians 3:16 Blessings, Myrtle House Community Church
