“For the fruit of the Spirit is . . . peace. . .” (Galatians 5:22)
Peace. The third characteristic of
the fruit of the Spirit does not mean the absence of people and world conflicts
but instead, a state of well-being, inner tranquility, present even amid the chaos
and storms of life. This type of peace exists when the Master over the chaos
and storms of life lives within you, and you have surrendered full
access of yourself to Him.
What is it that disturbs or robs you of the Spirit’s peace? Worry? Insecurity? The unknown? Failure? Exhaustion? People? Everything opposed to inner peace is what the world throws at you to cause disorder and confusion in your life; sometimes, self is our worst enemy. Prepare yourself by delving into God’s Word; ground yourself in the Bible’s truths, and by faith, live them.
In Philippians 4, the apostle Paul speaks of harmony with fellow
believers, peace with the Lord, and peace in all circumstances. You should not be
worried about anything but bring every concern and request with thanksgiving to
God in prayer. In doing so, the peace of God will guard your heart and mind
through Christ Jesus. This truth is one of God’s promises to lock into your
memory bank and heart.
Surrender and obedience to God the Father are crucial to
experience His presence and peace. Paul said if you follow his example of
following Jesus, the peace of God will be with you. A life of surrender, a life
of obedience—a life of God’s peace (Philippians 4:4–9).
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