Reason #2 - He will give you peace

“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.” John 14:27

Our world is filled with trouble. On a personal level, we stress out over grades, money, a boyfriend or girlfriend. Lingering memories from our childhood can cause inner pain and turmoil. Our homes should be a place of rest, but they are often filled with anger and strife. And while we all hope for peace among nations, it doesn’t seem to be on the horizon anytime soon.

Jesus does not promise to take away life’s troubles, but He does offer peace and strength in the midst of them. He said, “These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). Life is filled with times of frustration, disappointment, loss and sadness. Would you like God to give you comfort during these times? You can find it in Jesus.

Why don’t we have more peace and harmony in this world? Could it be because more of us don’t really have peace within ourselves - or more importantly, peace with God?

Years ago, I protested the Vietnam War. I wanted there to be peace in the world. But one day I realized that I personally lacked peace - peace with people in school, peace in my home, peace in my own heart and peace with God. It all went back to not having a relationship with God.

When I found peace with God through Jesus Christ, I soon discovered peace within myself. And when I had peace within myself, I began to have more peace with other people at school and in my home. Before long, I found it easy to develop harmonious relationships even with strangers or with those I would never naturally like being around.

How about you? Do you have peace in your life - peace with God, peace within yourself and peace with others? Come to Jesus. He’ll give you His peace.

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