Peace with God

“Since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 5 v 1.

When God redeemed you and declared you righteous through Jesus Christ, He gave you seven spiritual blessings that ensure the eternal nature of salvation. The first of these blessings is Peace with God. (look for the other six on PUYB in the next few days)

What does it mean to be at peace with God?

Firstly, peace with God simply means you are not at war with Him. He is not against you; He is not trying to test you; He is not out to break you. When life is at your neck, you don’t have to search the heavens wondering ‘Why?’. You can look upon your God above and say ‘Help!‘.

Secondly, peace with God means that He is on your side. In all the battles you will ever face, He fights on your behalf. You have the creator of this universe on your side. When you pass through waters He is with you, when you walk through rivers they shall not sweep over you, and when you walk through fire you shall not be consumed, for He is the Lord your God, your Savior. (Isaiah 43v2)

Thirdly, peace with God means you are never alone. He has given you the Spirit of truth to dwell with you and to be in you forever. (John 14 v 17) As a child of God, there is nothing you will face alone. No diagnosis, no pending bill, no wayward child. He is always with you.

May the truth of the peace you have with God help your heart be still in this season of life.