Do your best to preserve the unity which the Spirit gives by means of the peace that binds you together. (Ephesians 4:3 GNT)
The Hebrew word for peace, Shalom, goes far beyond not fighting with others or peace as we know it.
Contrary to the world’s opinion, we can have peace with others. We put aside our differences, especially with other believers, because we belong to the same family. We have the same purpose: to let others know about the peace of Christ.
The peace of God allows us to look at others through heaven’s eyes and to help guide the world to see God’s here and not-yet-here kingdom.
Our peace can also stir the curiosity of those who do not believe in Christ. They will see us exercise a spirit of tranquility and faith, and they will want to know the reason for our faith in shaky times.
When they ask, we can have a reason at the ready. “I am not afraid because I have the peace of Christ.”
“The Christian needs to walk in peace, so no matter what happens they will be able to bear witness to a watching world.” – Henry Blackaby