Results tagged “Peace”

The great masters of prayer have compared the spiritual life to an ocean. On the surface life may be roiled by wind and tides. Yet beneath the surface, even amid a stormy sea, the water is calm. Deep contentment and inner peace are anchored in these depths - the truth behind, "Be still, and know that I am God." »more

What savior are we celebrating this Palm Sunday? Are we just as ethnicly focused, nationalistic, or violent in our desires? Do we, with our branches, herald the god of our nationalistic self-interests or the God who blesses all nations? the god of our military war machine or the God of peace? The god who blesses America or the God who blesses the world? »more

Still in his 20s, John Lennon possessed everything that people assume leads to happiness: fame, fortune, power, and prominence. And yet, none of these things brought him the peace he craved. He was willing to give away everything for just a little peace of mind. If peace is not found in performance, possessions, or popularity, where can it be found? »more

In order to heal we must often wound. In order to remove cancer, a surgeon must slice open the body and cut out the malignant cells. This is painful, yet necessary, in order to deal with such a deeply invasive evil. The infliction of pain is not the ultimate goal, but a tragic consequence, of the procedure. It reflects the depth of the problem. »more

Everyone desires to experience home. This is why the word "home" is so precious to us. We all desire to belong to another and dwell in that belonging. No one wants to be "homeless." The story of salvation can be understood in this way: God, our true home makes his home among us (John 1:1,14) in order to make his home in us (John 14:23). God wants us to abide in him and welcome his abiding in us. »more