“Then, the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the midst, and said to them, “Peace be with you.” (John 20:19)
“So Jesus said to them again, “Peace to you! As the Father has sent Me, I also send you.” (John 20:21)
“and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7)
The issue of peace seems to be very important to God. Real peace is more than just the ‘absence of war’. Real peace is Shalom (shal-lom) – a Hebrew word meaning justice, prosperity, good fellowship and health … a blessed and fulfilled life by the gracious hand of God. People the world over strive and churn hunting for emotional peace, financial peace or spiritual peace. We spend so much energy trying to find something God wants to give us for free.
How about you, do you have shalom? What does it take to ‘derail’ your peace? A small thing, a big thing or do you have the peace of God that stays with you even in the most trying situations? That is the peace God offers, a peace that surpasses all understanding. In other words, even in the midst of trial or temptation, when you shouldn’t have peace, you have it. What a gift from God. Turn off the TV, cell phone, log off of the internet and spend a few minutes with the God that offers you more lasting peace than anyone or anything else. In that time, may the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you His peace. Shalom Aleichem means “may you be well”, so Shalom Aleichem to you, my friend.
“We can have peace with God.”
Prayer:
“Heavenly Father, we come to you today in prayer for peace or “Shalom” in our lives and in the world. We ask for your presence to be with us, guiding us towards a state of inner peace and harmony. Help us to let go of any negativity and replace it with your love and light.
We pray for peace in our relationships, both with ourselves and with others. May we learn to show love and understanding towards one another, even in times of difficulty. And may our relationships be filled with forgiveness and compassion.
Lord, we also pray for peace in our communities and the world. So many are suffering from violence, conflict, and injustice. We ask for your healing and transforming power to bring unity and understanding among all people.
Finally, we pray for a deep sense of Shalom or peace within ourselves. May we find rest and comfort in your presence, knowing that you are always with us. Thank you for your love, and may your peace reign in our hearts and in the world. Give me the power to live for You in every moment of my life. I pray this in Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Rob Lavallee
Scriptural Seeds Ministries
Scriptural Seeds Ministries 