Peace vs Turmoil
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Telos: Peace is not the absence of turmoil, but being secure in the midst of turmoil.
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The mere absence of war is not peace.
John F. Kennedy
Peace comes not from the absence of trouble, but from the presence of God.
Alexander Maclaren (Preacher and Expositor)
Inspiration
And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying:
Luke 2:14 (NKJV)
“Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”
“Glory to God in the highest heaven,” they sang, “and peace on earth for all those pleasing him.”
Revelation
Peace is subjective!
What was said and what was heard!
What would peace on earth mean to the Shepherds? What does it mean to you?
Your ability to come to God is the answer, not the results!
Your ability to come to God is the answer, not the results!
Application
The Power of Prayer:
The Power of Prayer:
Perspective
Perspective
Then Jesus answered and said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son also does in like manner.
“Sometimes a change of perspective is all it takes to see the light.”― Dan Brown, The Lost Symbol
“Sometimes a change of perspective is all it takes to see the light.”― Dan Brown, The Lost Symbol
Promise
Promise
Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.
Power
Power
Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.
Perseverance from Peace
Perseverance from Peace
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Believing prayer ushers in God’s peace. Not a random, nebulous, earthly peace, but his peace. Imported from heaven. The same tranquility that marks the throne room, God offers to you.
Max Lucado Come Thirsty (2004)
Transformation
3 Questions:
What is God saying to you?
What are you going to do about it?
How can I pray for you?
Souls, Souls, Souls!!!!!!!!!
