The prophet Isaiah predicted the coming of the Messiah around 700 BC. His prophecies recorded in the Bible referring to Jesus are cited around the world, particularly at Christmas each year:
“For us a child has been born, a son has been given to us and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. “(Isaiah 9:6)
It was stated the different roles of Jesus: a child, a son, a government, a counselor, God, a father and a prince. Although finally mentioned, this attribute is not the least. In fact, he is of great importance: Prince of Peace. Without peace, the continuity of life would not be possible. This is why the Son of God, king of kings, came into the world he created.
Jesus Christ is the only reason we can truly live in peace with God. Right relationship with God is the foundation of life in harmony with all of His creation. In Jesus, our fears in death are removed and replaced with the gift of eternal life (Romans 6:23). Furthermore, the Son of God became the Prince of peace so that we, children of God, could be peacemakers (Matthew 5:9, Isaiah 57:19). With God’s peace reigning over our lives, we will see heaven on earth as we look forward to the second coming of the Prince of Peace.
Jesus Christ is called the Prince of Peace because he alone is able to accomplish these three things:
1. Restore Every Broken Relationship
Since the fall of man, sin has been “passed on” to humanity and entered the world with death.Romans 5:12).
The rebellious nature of every man has made him the enemy of God, his neighbors and himself. Because of sin, man desired a self-centered life, independent of his Creator, which could lead to permanent separation from Him.
God knew from the beginning that no amount of good works could save man from the slavery of sin and its eternal consequences. For this reason, the Word became flesh and came to earth to touch his people with love and to offer himself at the price of our salvation. Jesus Christ, perfect Lamb of God, has done the work impossible on our behalf through his death on the cross, so that we can have peace with God and others (Ephesians 2:14-18) and with ourselves (Romans 8:1). Jesus Christ became a mediator (1 Timothy 2:5, Romans 5:1) and an intercessor (Hebrews 7:25) to God, so that all who believe in him can continue to live in his peace.
2. Provide a well-ordered and balanced life
The peace of Christ is a key to having a life in harmony, allowing us to live with a grateful heart (Colossians 3:15). Jesus not only meets our spiritual needs, but also our emotional and physical concerns. He knows we need work-life balance. In fact, Jesus commanded us to work (John 9:4) and remainder (Matthew 11:28) in Him – a lifestyle that will bring us true fulfillment.
When we have been reconciled to God, we must dedicate our lives to serving for His kingdom and not for our own pleasures. The work of the Holy Spirit produces truth, peace, and joy in us, as the kingdom of God becomes our focus and priority (Romans 14:17). The peace of God also unites his people for the edification of the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 14:33, Ephesians 4:1-3).
Knowing that Christ is our peace, let us entrust our lives to Him. Let us surrender our burdens (worries, doubts, fears, and turmoil) to Jesus so that we can experience His perfect peace in our hearts and minds (Philippians 4:6-7).
3. Securing our eternal destiny
Beyond physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, every human being needs (an assurance of) salvation. Because life on earth is perishable, our greatest need is not for earthly things. Ultimately, we all need eternal life – a life with the Creator, free from evil, sin, and death.
No man in history had the courage to promise eternal life. But here is the good news: in Jesus Christ we have this very promise because he is the author of life who himself experienced victory over death (Acts 3:15). Jesus is the true God and eternal life (1 John 5:20), so he is able to give us the true peace that no one else can offer (John 14:27). In His perfect peace, we can continue to experience God’s love that casts out our fears.
Scriptures on Peace
Jesus restores every broken relationship:
“Therefore, just as through one man, sin entered into the world and death through sin, and so death spread to all men, because all have sinned. » Romans 5:12 NKJV
“Christ is the reason we are NOW in peace. He made us Jews and you who are not Jews, a people. We were separated by a wall of hatred that stood between us, but Christ broke down that wall. By giving His own body, Christ put an end to the law with its many commandments and rules. His goal was to make the two groups become one. By doing this, he would make peace. Through the cross, Christ ended the hatred between the two groups. And after they became one body, he wanted to bring them both back to God. He did this with his death on the cross. Christ came and brought the message of peace to you Gentiles who were far from God. And he brought this message of peace to those who were close to God. Yes, through Christ we all have the right to come to the Father with the same spirit. “(Ephesians 2:14-18 ERV)
“There is therefore no NOW no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who walk not according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. » (Romans 8:1 NKJV)
“For there is one God and one mediator between God and man, the man Christ Jesus. » (1 Timothy 2:5 KJV)
“Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. » (Romans 5:1 VIN)
“Therefore he is able to save to the uttermost those who come to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them. » (Hebrews 7:25 ESV)
Jesus offers a well-ordered and balanced life:
“And let the peace of Christ reign in your hearts, to which you were called in one body. And be grateful. “(Colossians 3:15 ESV)
“We must quickly carry out the tasks entrusted to us by the one who sent us. Night is approaching and no one can work. »(John 9:4 NLT)
“Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” “Matthew 11:28 NLT)
“For the Kingdom of God is not about what we eat or drink, but about living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. » (Romans 14:17 NLT)
“For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. » (1 Corinthians 14:33 NKJV)
“As a prisoner of the Lord, I therefore urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing in love with each other. Strive to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. “(Ephesians 4:1-3 VIN)
“Do not be anxious about anything, but present your requests to God in every situation by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. »(Philippians 4:6-7 VIN)
Jesus assures our eternal destiny:
“You killed the author of life, but God raised him from the dead. We are witnesses to this. “(Acts 3:15 VIN)
“And we know that the Son of God is come and has given us understanding, that we may know him who is true; and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. ”(1 John 5:20 ESV)
“I leave you with a gift: peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So, don’t worry and don’t be afraid. “(John 14:27 NLT)
More:
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23 NKJV)
“I’m going to teach them a new word: peace. I will give peace to those who are near and to those who are far away. I will heal them. The Lord himself said this. “(Isaiah 57:19 ERV)
“Blessed are the peacemakers: they will be called children of God. » (Matthew 5:9 KJV)
Philip Wijaya is currently a graduate research student at the University of British Columbia and lives in Vancouver, Canada with his wife Sandra. His interest in science and faith in God encouraged him to write a blog (philipwijaya.com), in hopes of better understanding biblical truths relating to scientific views and discoveries. Besides research and studies, he also enjoys sports, music and traveling.
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