Peace! How we long to live in peace! However, life is full of situations that cause us discomfort and a sense of anxiety. It is good to remember that when we accept Jesus into our hearts we receive access to his inexhaustible peace.
Let us walk in the peace of the Lord.
John 14:27
Peace I leave you; I give you my peace. I do not give it to you as the world does. Do not be distressed or cowered.
(John 14:27)
John 16:33
I have told you these things so that in me you may find peace. In this world you will face afflictions, but take heart! I have overcome the world.
(John 16:33)
2 Thessalonians 3:16
May the Lord of peace grant you his peace always and in all circumstances. The Lord be with you all.
(2 Thessalonians 3:16)
Philippians 4:6-7
Don’t worry about anything; rather, on every occasion, with prayer and supplication, present your petitions to God and give him thanks. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
(Philippians 4:6-7)
Matthew 5:9
Blessed are those who work for peace, because they will be called children of God.
(Matthew 5:9)
2 Corinthians 13:11
Finally, brothers, rejoice, seek your restoration, heed my exhortation, be of the same mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
(2 Corinthians 13:11)
Numbers 6:24-26
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord look at you with pleasure and extend his love to you; May the Lord show you favor from him and grant you peace.
(Numbers 6:24-26)
Psalm 29:11
The Lord strengthens his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.
(Psalm 29:11)
Isaiah 26:3
To the one of firm character you will keep him in perfect peace, because he trusts you.
(Isaiah 26:3)
Psalm 4:8
In peace I lie down and fall asleep, because only you, Lord, make me live confident.
(Psalm 4:8)
Philippians 4:9
Put into practice what you have learned, received and heard from me, and what you have seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.
(Philippians 4:9)
John 20:19
On the evening of that first day of the week, the disciples being assembled behind closed doors for fear of the Jews, Jesus entered and, standing in the midst of them, greeted them.
“Peace be with you!”
(John 20:19)
Romans 8:6
The sinful mindset is death, while the mindset that comes from the Spirit is life and peace.
(Romans 8:6)
Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which you were called in one body. And be thankful.
(Colossians 3:15)
Romans 14:17-19
Because the kingdom of God is not a matter of food or drink, but of justice, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. He who thus serves Christ pleases God and is approved by his fellowmen. Therefore, let us strive to promote everything that leads to peace and mutual edification.
(Romans 14:17-19)
Galatians 5:22-23
Instead, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, humility, and self-control. There is no law that condemns these things.
(Galatians 5:22-23)
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Romans 5:1
Consequently, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
(Romans 5:1)
Psalm 119:165
Much peace have those who love your law, and there is no stumbling block for them.
(Psalm 119:165, Reina Valera Updated 2015)
Romans 12:18
If possible, and as far as it depends on you, live in peace with everyone.
(Romans 12:18)
Ephesians 6:14-15
Stand firm, girded with the belt of truth, protected by the breastplate of righteousness, and shod with a readiness to proclaim the gospel of peace.
(Ephesians 6:14-15)
Hebrews 12:14
Seek peace with everyone, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.
(Hebrews 12:14)
1 Peter 3:10-11
In fact, whoever wants to love life and enjoy happy days, let him restrain his tongue from speaking evil and his lips from uttering deceit; let him turn from evil and do good; may he seek peace and follow it.
(1 Peter 3:10-11)
Proverbs 3:13-17
Blessed is he who finds wisdom, he who acquires intelligence. Because she is more profitable than silver and she yields more profit than gold. She is more valuable than precious stones: not even the most desirable can compare to her! With her right hand she offers long life; with the left, honor and riches. Her ways are pleasant and in her paths there is peace.
(Proverbs 3:13-17)
Isaiah 53:5
He was pierced for our transgressions, and crushed for our iniquities; on him fell the punishment, the price of our peace, and thanks to his wounds we were healed.
(Isaiah 53:5)
Isaiah 52:7
How beautiful are, on the mountains, the feet of the one who brings good news; the one who proclaims peace, the one who announces good news, the one who proclaims salvation, the one who says to Zion: “Your God reigns”!
(Isaiah 52:7)
Mark 9:50
Salt is good, but if it stops being salty, how can it be flavored again? Let there be no lack of salt among you, so that you can live in peace with each other.
(Mark 9:50)
Isaiah 9:6
Because a child has been born to us, a son has been granted to us; sovereignty will rest on his shoulders, and these names will be given to him: Admirable Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.
(Isaiah 9:6)
Luke 1:77-79
You will make known to his people salvation through the forgiveness of their sins, thanks to the tender mercy of our God. This is how the rising sun will visit us from heaven, to give light to those who live in darkness, in the most terrible darkness, to guide our steps along the path of peace.
(Luke 1:77-79)
Jude 1:2
May they receive mercy, peace and love in abundance.
(Jude 1:2)
Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you who believe in him with all joy and peace, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
(Romans 15:13)
1 Thessalonians 5:23
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you wholly, and preserve your whole being—spirit, soul, and body—irreproachable at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
(1 Thessalonians 5:23)
Ephesians 4:3
Strive to maintain the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.
(Ephesians 4:3)
James 3:17-18
On the other hand, the wisdom that descends from heaven is first of all pure, and also peaceful, kind, docile, full of compassion and good fruits, impartial and sincere. Finally, the fruit of justice is sown in peace for those who make peace.
(James 3:17-18)
Isaiah 48:18
If you had paid attention to my commandments, your peace would have been like a river; your justice, like the waves of the sea.
(Isaiah 48:18)
Psalm 34:12-14
Whoever wants to love life and enjoy happy days, let him restrain his tongue from speaking evil and his lips from uttering deceit; let him turn from evil and do good; may he seek peace and follow it.
(Psalm 34:12-14)
Proverbs 12:20
In those who hatch evil dwells deception, but there is joy for those who promote peace.
(Proverbs 12:20)
Deuteronomy 20:10
When approaching a city to attack it, make a peace offering to it first.
(Deuteronomy 20:10)
2 Chronicles 14:6
Asa built fortified cities in Judah, for during those years the Lord gave him rest, and the country enjoyed peace and was not at war with anyone.
(2 Chronicles 14:6)
Proverbs 16:7
When the Lord approves of a man’s conduct, he even reconciles him with his enemies.
(Proverbs 16:7)
Ezekiel 34:25
I will establish a peace pact with them: I will make the ferocious beasts disappear from the country, so that my sheep can live safely in the desert and sleep peacefully in the forests.
(Ezekiel 34:25)
1 Corinthians 14:32-33a
The gift of prophecy is under the control of the prophets, because God is not a God of disorder, but of peace.
(1 Corinthians 14:32-33a)
Isaiah 54:10
Even if the mountains change their place and the hills totter, my faithful love for you will not change nor my covenant of peace waver, says the Lord, who has compassion on you.
(Isaiah 54:10)
Hebrews 12:11
Certainly, no discipline, at the moment of receiving it, seems pleasant, but rather painful; however, afterwards she produces a harvest of justice and peace for those who have been trained by her.
(Hebrews 12:11)
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