The Gift of Peace

Isaiah 53-56; 2 Peter 2 

“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed…’yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,’…All your sons will be taught by the Lord, and great will be your children’s peace…You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace…”

Isaiah 53:5; 54:10, 13; 55:12

Peace with God cost Jesus his life. Our restored relationship with God required atonement for our sins. The death of Jesus is the only sacrifice needed for every blood feud on earth. The endless cycle of revenge killing can stop because Jesus paid the debt. He offers us peace with God in a New Covenant, and peace with our neighbor in a new Golden Rule. The fruit of this peace will transform our children and our homes. Our testimony as those living in this covenant of peace is joy. We live with God’s Word in our hearts and the fruit of living by God’s ways is joy and peace. 

Have we received this gift of peace?

“Lord Jesus, you are my peace. I need you this day, for your glory.”