Peace is something all of us would like, yet is in short supply. We would like peace with others as well as inner peace. If people would just see things our way, then there would be peace in the world, right?
We like what the angels sang to the shepherds. It sounds like music to the ears when we hear:
“…on earth peace, good will toward men.”
Luke 2:14 (KJV) Via BibleGateway.com
When I’ve done personality tests, most of them show I lean towards being a peacemaker. I like to get people working together, especially if they aren’t used to doing so. But I’ve come to realize the phrase, peace at any cost, is no peace at all.
Yes, we all desire peace. True peace brings wholeness and reconciliation. A false peace that only appeases and doesn’t bring wholeness leaves everyone empty. It doesn’t last for long.
May you find peace, both within and with others this holiday season. May it be a true peace that brings wholeness, rest and reconcilation.
