The Peace of Christ

The Peace of Christ

Written by Sam

I am Pastor Samuel Harris, the founder and main contributor to this blog. My journey with the Bible and its teachings began at a young age, ultimately leading me to pursue a degree in Theology, and eventually, to my present calling as a pastor.

Last Updated On September 22, 2024

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
— John 14:27 (ESV)

Reflection:
The peace that Christ gives is different from anything the world offers. It’s a peace that transcends circumstances and quiets the deepest anxieties of our hearts. In John 14:27, Jesus reminds us that His peace is a gift freely given, and we don’t have to live in fear or worry.

When the storms of life rage, we can rest in the peace that Christ offers, knowing that He is in control.

Application:
Are you in need of Christ’s peace today? Invite Him to fill your heart with His peace, and trust Him with whatever is troubling you.

Prayer:
Lord Jesus, thank You for the gift of Your peace. Help me to receive it today and trust You with the anxieties and fears that weigh on my heart. In Your name, Amen.

Challenge:
Take a moment to release any worries or fears to Christ today, and ask Him to fill your heart with His peace.

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5 Comments

  1. J.D.

    I was reading your piece, Sam, and couldn’t help but wonder how you can be so sure that this peace is really something different from what the world offers? its hard for me to distinguish sometimes because everything just seems so mixed. Don’t get me wrong, it sounds nice, but how do you actually know it’s a different kind of peace? Are there specific experiences or feelings to look for, or is it all just a matter of faith?

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    • Mia K.

      J.D., from my perspective, it’s about the depth of peace and how it sustains you even in the hardest times. Maybe it’s less about seeing and more about feeling, even when logic says you should feel otherwise.

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    • Sam

      Thank you for your honest and thoughtful question! I completely understand where you’re coming from—it can be difficult to distinguish the peace Christ offers from the world’s version, especially when life feels so chaotic and everything seems intertwined.

      What I find helpful is remembering that the peace of Christ, as described in Scripture (John 14:27), is not just about the absence of conflict or temporary relief. It’s a deeper, enduring peace that remains, even in the middle of life’s storms. The world often offers peace through external things—circumstances, achievements, or distractions—but Christ’s peace goes beyond that. It’s more internal and rooted in trust and surrender to God, even when situations don’t make sense.

      As for how to know it’s different, I think it’s often a gradual realization. It can come through specific experiences—times when you feel a sense of calm or assurance in the middle of uncertainty, when you experience a stillness in your heart that isn’t tied to outward success or comfort. Sometimes, it’s less about a specific feeling and more about a growing confidence in God’s presence and care. Faith plays a big role, but over time, you start to see how this peace sustains you in ways that worldly peace just can’t.

      I hope this helps, and I’m grateful for your openness in asking such an important question. We’re all on this journey of understanding together!

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  2. kaylee_ann

    Wow, this part about not needing to live in fear or worry really hit home for me. It’s kinda like, even when everything is chaos, we can have this inner peace that doesn’t make sense but it’s there? That’s really comforting, especially with how everything’s been crazy in the world lately. thanks for sharing, Sam. makes you think a bit deeper about where our peace comes from.

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    • Sam

      Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad that part resonated with you. It’s amazing, isn’t it? That peace Christ offers truly doesn’t always “make sense” by the world’s standards, but it’s there, steady and unshakable, even when everything around us feels chaotic.

      In times like these, when the world seems so unpredictable, knowing we don’t have to live in fear or worry can be such a comforting reminder. It’s all about where we anchor our peace, and when it’s rooted in Christ, it’s something no external situation can take away.

      I appreciate you sharing how this message impacted you, and I’m grateful to be part of this deeper reflection on where our peace truly comes from. Stay encouraged, and thanks again for being part of this conversation!

      Reply

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