When the shepherds were standing in the field that night, they announced the arrival of \u201cpeace on earth.\u201d\u00a0This peace would be possible through a relationship with God. Jesus had come near, to bring hope and help to all who would receive it. This was “Good News” of peace with God through trusting in Him.<\/p>\n
Despite the peace that is available to us, many ignore it. They choose instead to seek peace in ways that will never satisfy.<\/p>\n
Remember the story of Jesus with a woman who was thirsty? She was challenged to find her satisfaction in a relationship with Jesus, not in merely another cup of cold water. (Speaking of cold water, Jesus also told us to go and share a cup of cold water in his name, to any who were in need.)<\/p>\n
For those who have experienced the peace of Jesus, we must share it and help those in need find a trusting relationship with Christ. Peace is a big deal to God, and it should be to us too.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A Current Example <\/p>\n
My mom (Sherry Allchin) excitedly texted me this week while she was on a trip visiting churches that are training individuals in biblical counseling.\u00a0She<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
When the shepherds were standing in the field that night, they announced the arrival of \u201cpeace on earth.\u201d\u00a0This peace would be possible through a relationship with God. Jesus had come near, to bring hope and help to all who would receive it. This was \u201cGood News\u201d of peace with God through trusting in Him. Despite the peace that is available … Read More
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