Finding Peace: The Fruit of Walking in the Spirit
Discover how peace is a fruit of the Spirit, leading to harmonious living for Christians in various aspects of their lives - personal, familial, communal, and spiritual. By aligning with God's wisdom and fostering unity, individuals can experience peace within themselves, their homes, churches, and their relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
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Contrast: Flesh vs. Spirit Walk in the Spirit (16) not flesh Led by the Spirit (18; cf. Rom. 8:5) Works of flesh (19-21) Fruit of the Spirit (22-23) Live in the Spirit Walk in the Spirit (25)
How is peace fruit of the Spirit? How is peace borne within our lives as a consequence of setting our minds on the things of the Spirit?
1. Christians will live peaceably. We don t seek conflict (Rom. 12:17-21; Heb. 12:14; Titus 3:1-2; 1 Tim. 2:1-4). Heavenly wisdom (Jas. 3:14-16) We are to be peacemakets (Matt. 5:9)
2. Christians have peaceful homes. Goal of discipline (Heb. 12:9-11). Consequence of God s plan (Col. 3:18- 21; Eph. 5:33; 1 Pet. 3:7). Lights in the world (Phil 2:14-16)
3. Peaceful churches glorify God. Unity in Christ (John 17:21-23; Eph. 4:1-6; 1 Thess. 5:12-15; 2 Tim. 2:22; 1 Cor. 14:33, 40; Rom. 14:19).
4. Christians have peace of mind. Jesus gives peace (John 14:27; 16:33). Peace within the heart (Col. 3:14-15; Phil. 4:6-7; Rom. 15:13)
5. Christians have peace with God. Peace through Jesus (Rom. 5:1-2; 6-9). Jesus is our peace (Eph. 2:14-18). Gospel of Peace (Rom. 10:15) Obedience (2 Cor. 9:13; Phile. 5)
