Uncommon Peace February 19, 2023
Uncommon defined:
-To be remarkable, extraordinary, and exceptional. Something outstanding, notable.
-Jesus didn’t come to just give us life, but abundant life. It’s life beyond.
No Jesus – No Peace
Know Jesus – Know Peace
Jesus is Shar Shalom – Prince of Peace
Peace I leave with you, My
I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. —John 14:27
Uncommon Peace
1. Pray, and
the Prince for peace
God’s
For I know the thoughts (plans) that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. —Jeremiah 29:11
- Peace (Shalom)
Nothing broken, nothing missing, everything as it should be. To be well, whole, and prospering.
• Completeness and wholeness.
• Peace and prosperity.
•Soundness, safety, and security (rather than insecurity and anxiety).
• Wellness, welfare, and health.
• Quietness and contentment.
• Oneness and reconciliation in relationships (Peace with God and one another).
# 2. Don’t worry,
in the sovereignty of God.
Don’t worry about anything (be anxious for nothing); instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. —Phil 4:6-7 NLT
Our responsibilities
• Don’t worry
• Tell the Lord what you need (pray)
• Thank him for all he has done
• Experience His Peace
• Ler this peace guard your heart and mind
Therefore, put on the complete armor of God, so that you will be able to [successfully] resist and stand your ground in the evil day [of danger], and having done everything [that the crisis demands], to stand firm [in your place, fully prepared, immovable, victorious]. —Ephesians 6:13 AMP
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” —Romans 8:28
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Peace with God and man.
And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. —Colossians 3:15 NLT
Let the peace of God rule your heart.
Do I have peace about this decision I am about to make?
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God —Matthew 5:9If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men —Romans 12:18