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Peace

Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

Man has long desired peace, but found it to be elusive because he does not know how to acquire it. True, heartfelt peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but a positive, proactive peace of yielding to God and of good will toward all. God has called His saints to peace, expecting them to keep His commandments, and in return, He gives them peace of mind. Peace leads to more peace, washing away strife and fear as a river sweeps away debris. God grants peace as a gift through Jesus Christ, opening the way for peace between man and God and between man and man. Forgiveness of sin and healing bring great peace of mind and body, while wisdom facilitates unity and peace. God gives His peace to those of a pure or righteous heart and mind. This deep, spiritual peace remains unaffected by the world's strife, available to those who trust in God's plan, strive to produce His character, and are obedient to His Word. Righteousness produces peace with qualities of quietness and assurance, while peace provides the proper environment for righteousness to grow. Making peace takes real effort; although a gift from God through Christ, peace must be sought through conscious effort to overcome, while asking God to grant it.

The Fruit of the Spirit: Peace

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

The world has little or no idea what true peace is or how it is achieved. Yet we can produce godly peace even in the midst of turmoil—and we must.

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.

Peace

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. Reid

It is difficult to find pockets or places of peace on earth today. The world longs for tranquility, freedom from mental anxiety, and cessation from strife.

It is Done! The Perfect Peace of God

Sermon by Mark Schindler

In the peace offering, Christ is the priest, offeror, and offering. Since all parties share the peace offering as a meal, it exemplifies a peaceful communion.

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.

The Offerings of Leviticus (Part Five): The Peace Offering, Sacrifice, and Love

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

The peace offering teaches many things, but one of its main symbols is fellowship. Our communion with the Father and the Son obligates us to pursue peace.

Defining the Human Mind

Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)

The Hebrews used metaphorical extensions such as the terms 'heart' and 'head' to refer to the repositories of the breath of life given to the human soul.

The W's and H's of Meditation (Part Two)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. Maas

Meditating on God's Law produces profound peace and vivid memory. Meditation fosters tranquility, safeguarding the integrity of our emerging spiritual body.

Wasted Energy

CGG Weekly by John Reiss

This world is plunging down a runaway elevator, and all my frustrations will not slow it down by even one floor! How can we use this energy positively?

The Post-Resurrection Last Words of Christ (Part One)

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

We must be involved in proclaiming His message, feeding the flock, living His example, assuming the responsibilities of our awesome commission.

Daily Thanksgiving

'Ready Answer' by Staff

Too many confine their giving of thanks to one day a year. Answering these four questions will help us to evaluate our approach to this spiritual duty.

Restoration and Forgiveness

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

It is impossible to grow spiritually in a climate of animosity and jealousy. If we use the power of God's Holy Spirit, peace will accrue as a fruit.

God's Rest (Part 2)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The two principal robbers of peace are pride and the drive to have complete control of our lives. Discontent and imagined victimization led Adam and Eve into sin.

Time for Self-Evaluation

'Ready Answer' by John O. Reid

Prior to the Days of Unleavened Bread, we are told to examine ourselves. How can we do that? Here are a few pointers on doing a thorough, honest once over.

Stewardship of God's Temple (Part Seven)

Sermon by David F. Maas

The antidote to double-mindedness and distractions is single-minded focus on God's law through meditating God's word, thus guarding our hearts.

Beating the Rat Race (Part Two)

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

We tend to think of being still just in terms of movement, but it also includes ceasing to talk as an excess of speech is both wearisome and stressful.

Offerings (Part Four)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

The peace offering symbolizes the abundant life that results from complete devotion to God (the burnt offering) and service to others (the meal offering).

Dealing With Change (Part Three)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

How we react to trials and change demonstrates what our foundation is. Agitation, anxiety, or pessimism indicate that we are not doing God's sayings in some area.

Ecclesiastes and Christian Living (Part Seven): Contentment

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

God desires far more for us than mere satisfaction: He wants to give us real contentment, a state that comes only through a relationship with Him.

Contentment

Sermon by John O. Reid

Many people live in a state of discontent. Tragically, what they set their hearts upon often displaces the love for family and a relationship with God.

Maintaining Good Health (Part 10)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Even though we are already damaged goods when God calls us, by embracing God's truth and seeking His help, we can break the bad habits which enslave us.

Developing EQ to Overcome Fear

Sermonette by Bill Onisick

The emotional cues which influence our behavior are complex, often tracing back to events in our youth that demand a compensatory physiological response.

The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Two Demon-Possessed Men Healed (Part Three)

Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

Jesus performed numerous exorcisms of demons, like His casting out of the evil spirits from the men near Gadara. Once freed, these men changed significantly.

God's Rest (Part 3)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Lust begets a guilty conscience, agitation, anxiety, depression, grief, torment. Wrong desire leads to lying, adultery, and murder—eventually leading to death.

Philippians (Part Ten)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

Not one of us with heavenly citizenship has ever been there, but like an ambassador, we are compelled to carry on the culture and laws in our lives.

John (Part Twenty-Two)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

Jesus encouraged His disciples by promising to send the Holy Spirit to empower them for the challenges of the Christian life, making us sensitive to God.