Knowing The Things That Make For Peace (Part 2) - Ian Robson
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Summary
The sermon emphasizes that true peace comes from knowing and living by God's Word, which is a key element among the things that make for peace. Drawing from Scripture, the speaker highlights that peace is found first through the cross (making peace with God) and then by actively pursuing peace with all people. Ultimately, loving God's law leads to 'great peace' that prevents stumbling, guiding our lives toward righteousness.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Great peace belongs to those who love God's wordDrawing from Psalm 119, those who genuinely love God's word experience great peace and nothing causes them to stumble or take offense.
The steadfast mind is kept in perfect peaceGod keeps those whose minds are steadfast in perfect peace because they trust in Him and His inspired scriptures.Isaiah 26:3
No word of God is without powerJust as God's word brought creation into being and fulfilled the promise to Mary, every word spoken by God is filled with living, dynamic power.Luke 1:37
God's word cuts deep like a two-edged swordHebrews explains that God's word is full of living power, sharper than any two-edged sword, exposing our innermost thoughts and desires.Hebrews 4:12
Those born of God do not practice sinBecause God's imperishable seed abides in those who are born again, they cannot continue living and practicing a life of sin.1 John 2:9
Longing for the pure milk of the wordLike newborn babies crying for milk, true believers have an inherent hunger for God's word so they can grow in their salvation.
The peace of God garrisons our heartsWhen we stop being anxious and bring everything to God through prayer with thanksgiving, His peace guards our hearts and minds like a military garrison.Philippians 4:5–7
Pursuing peace and ongoing sanctificationScripture makes it clear that without pursuing peace with all men and maintaining ongoing holiness, no one will see the Lord.
Bringing peace to every home we enterWhen Jesus sent out the disciples, He instructed them to speak peace to every house, testing whether a son or daughter of peace dwells there.Luke 10:5–6
Building our homes through wisdom and peaceWhile the Lord ultimately builds the house, a wise woman builds her home through submission and bringing peace, rather than tearing it down.
Having peace in Christ amidst worldly tribulationJesus assured His disciples that while the world brings tribulation, they can have inner peace because He has overcome the world.John 16:33
Moses trusted God at the Red SeaFaced with an impossible danger at the Red Sea, Moses remained a man of peace, telling the people to stand still and see the salvation of the Lord.Exodus 14:11
The battle belongs to GodJust like Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah experienced, when facing a massive multitude, the battle is not ours but God's, and we need only to hold our peace.2 Chronicles 20:15–17
