The peace of God

Is there a peace far beyond what you have ever experienced? Could there be a peace that could take you through your toughest trials?

You cannot control everything that happens to you, but you can control your responses. Jesus revealed this secret to His disciples before His betrayal and murder: “‘Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.’” (John 14:27, NIV) There is a secret power that can help us overcome every trial and tribulation—the peace of Christ.

I had no peace before Christ filled my life with His Spirit. Hurt, anger, bitterness, and rejection dominated my life. I can vividly remember my lack of peace. I wasn’t at peace with God, myself, or others. I needed reconciliation badly. Paul spoke to the Corinthians about their number one need: “that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” (2 Corinthians 5:19-20, NIV) Paul spoke about the message of reconciliation. Why would he tell Christians to be reconciled?

Reconciliation means to bring peace to parties at war. Peace with God, self, and others has been my driving force for over 24 years. Are you at peace with God, yourself, and others? You can be. I found this peace and developed it. As a new believer, I attended a university Bible study where we would often sing, “I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river.” Although I didn’t have the peace of Christ at the time, I knew I had to find it.

I hope a healthy faith will help you find that peace.

You can find peace and keep it. It will take time and a few tools, but I believe Jesus wants to fill your heart supernaturally with His peace. I pray that Jesus will give you His peace and that the Holy Spirit, the Helper, will guide you through these challenging days. I believe the peace of Christ will help you through every storm because you are a miracle.

Your friend, Paul Marc Goulet

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