Peace

Summary

The Bible offers peace with God through Christ and a peace that guards the heart amid trouble—not the absence of every conflict.

What the Bible teaches

Christ gives peace unlike the world’s. Believers are called to pursue peace and to cast anxiety on God so His peace may keep them.

Key passages

  • John 14:27

    Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

    Translation: KJV

  • Isaiah 26:3

    Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

    Translation: KJV

  • Philippians 4:7

    And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

    Translation: KJV

Practical application

Reconcile where you can, pray your worries out loud, and rest in what God has already secured in Christ.

Deeper guides

Guidance from Good Old Dan. Scripture quotations are from the King James Version. Ask a related question.