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Part 4: Prince of Peace

CHRISTMAS SERIES: THE HEART OF CHRISTMAS

PART 4

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

“For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 (NIV)

“But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests.” Luke 2:10-14 (NIV)

  • Shalom–tying the loose ends together, wholeness, peace.  

1. JESUS IS THE PEACE WHO COMFORTS YOU.

“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27 (NIV)

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)

2. JESUS IS THE PEACE WHO SAVES YOU. 

“Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 5:1 (NIV)

  • Peace is not found in the absence of problems, peace is found in the presence of God.  

“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, all whose thoughts are fixed on You!” Isaiah 26:3 (NLT)

“And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you.” Philippians 4:8-9 (NLT)

MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS: 

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This week’s Reading Plan and blog/podcast:

  • YouVersion® Bible App Reading Plan:
    “Flip the Switch - Finding God’s Peace”
    (5 days)   

  • Blog and podcast: “Prince of Shalom”

The Heart of ChristmasDr. John Gerlach