PEACEMAKERS

"Blessed are the peacemakers . . ." ~ Matthew 5:9 ~


What's the first thing that comes to mind for "peacemakers?" Someone who is kind? Gentle? Sweet-tempered? Agreeable? Good-natured? What about an advocate of good will?

The Bible affirms blessings for the peacemakers who strive to keep peace. But for the sake of us stress-survivors, let's consider the peacemakers who seek to make peace.

It's no secret that we're living in an era where peace is not exactly plentiful. People are guilty of snatching peace whenever and wherever it can be found. And some are sad and stressed out for a total lack of it.

We all can agree that periodically we yearn for peace--not necessarily an undisturbed atmosphere--but an inner tranquillity that soothes the heart, mind, and soul. A peace that produces those long-awaited "Aaaahs."

Living in a stressful world with stressful people, we must learn to be peacemakers in our own lives and initiate peace. In other words, we must make peace.

How do we do that? First and foremost, to make peace we must make time for prayer. Those who regularly engage in prayer know its stress-busting power. Those who are skeptical of it should try prayer and see the peace it gives.

Next, to make peace, we must make priorities. Placing everything in proper perspective is essential to making the best of our time and our affairs.

Above all, we must make up our minds not to worry or fret. Sure, there are constant issues in our lives, but we must make certain not to allow them to camouflage the beauty that surrounds us.

Peacemakers have the awesome task to personally and professionally make peace.


Peace I leave with you . . .