• Romans 12:16-21
    Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, "Vengeance is Mine, I will repay," says the Lord. Therefore "If your enemy is hungry, feed him;
    If he is thirsty, give him a drink;
    For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head."
    Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
     
  • Hebrews 12:14
    Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord:
     
  • Ephesians 4:2-3
    with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
     
  • James 3:17-18
    But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy. Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.
     
  • Matthew 5:9
    Blessed are the peacemakers, For they shall be called sons of God.

     
  • Psalm 34:14-22
    Depart from evil and do good;
    Seek peace and pursue it. The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous,
    And His ears are open to their cry.
    The face of the LORD is against those who do evil,
    To cut off the remembrance of them from the earth. The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears,
    And delivers them out of all their troubles.
    The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart,
    And saves such as have a contrite spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous,
    But the LORD delivers him out of them all.
    He guards all his bones;
    Not one of them is broken.
    Evil shall slay the wicked,
    And those who hate the righteous shall be condemned.
    The LORD redeems the soul of His servants,
    And none of those who trust in Him shall be condemned.
     
  • Proverbs 15:1
    A soft answer turns away wrath,
    But a harsh word stirs up anger.

     
For more scripture references, please see Bible verses for Peace, Pursuing


Resources

Peace

Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

Man has long desired peace, yet found it elusive due to a lack of understanding on how to attain it. In the New Testament church, peace signifies spiritual well-being, completeness, and stability of mind, far beyond mere absence of conflict. It is a heartfelt peace of yielding to God and showing good will toward all. God has …


A Peaceful Spirit

CGG Weekly by Gary Montgomery

As Christians, we are called to live differently from the world's ways, embracing God's high standards of ethics, humility, gentleness, and love toward all, even those who despise His laws. The apostle Paul urges us to live peaceably with all men, as much as it depends on us (Romans 12:18). We are encouraged to forbear with each …


Isaac the Peacemaker

Sermonette by Ted E. Bowling

Isaac was a genuine peacemaker, yielding to interlopers and suffering wrong while trusting God to provide. In all his actions, Isaac exemplified a peacemaker.


Peace

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. Reid

The pursuit of peace is a vital endeavor, deeply rooted in God's desire for harmony among individuals, communities, and with Him. God wants us to be at peace with each other, individually, with those in the world around us, and with Him. Finding peaceful moments in this life can be challenging, as the reality of pain, disaster, …


The Beatitudes, Part 7: Blessed Are the Peacemakers

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

This world lauds warmakers, but God says that peacemakers are blessed. The first step in becoming a peacemaker is to be reconciled to God.


A Portable Peace

Article by David F. Maas

Peace is less of an external situation than an internal state. We can create this state by occasionally getting away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.


Spirit of Peace

CGG Weekly by Gary Montgomery

The spirit in the world inspires chaos and hatred. But to the Christian, it seems even more intense. How are we supposed to react to these things?


The Peacemakers

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

When people are not in a right relationship with God, peace is impossible. Sin (the breaking of the law or covenant) automatically breaks the peace.



For more resources, please see the library topic for Peace, Pursuing