33 I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. John 16:33 ESV
Christianity does not guarantee inner peace. Tranquility is not a given for Believers. It is possible, even promised, but we must place ourselves in a right standing with God to receive that peace.
Jesus tells us that the peace we seek is IN him. Not because of him. Not because we have accepted him as Lord and Savior. Not because we pray and mediate.
We must be IN his word. We must be IN daily communication with him. We must be IN a right relationship with him. One of Webster's definition for "in" is, "in one's presence, possession, or control". Peace is found in Jesus, not around him.
No comments:
Post a Comment