The Fruit of the Spirit-Peace

OUTLINE

A Case Study in Personal Peace:

“That’s when King Herod got it into his head to go after some of the church members. He murdered James, John’s brother. When he saw how much it raised his popularity ratings with the Jews, he arrested Peter—and had him thrown in jail, putting four squads of four soldiers each to guard him. He was planning a public lynching after Passover...Then the time came for Herod to bring him out for the kill. That night, even though shackled to two soldiers, one on either side, Peter slept like a baby.” Acts 12:1-6 The Message

1. KNOW THAT GOD IS THERE...He sees what you’re facing

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 NLT

2. KNOW THAT GOD IS AWARE...He knows what you’re fearing

“I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in

safety.” Psalm 4:8

3. KNOW THAT GOD CARES...He shares how you’re feeling

“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you! See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.” Isaiah 49:15-16

Jesus is your source for serenity!

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33