“All of my children are taught by the LORD, and great is their peace.” Isaiah 54:13 Peace is a comprehensive concept in Scripture. The Hebrew meaning for shalom encompasses every possible blessing we can imagine. Let’s take the definition of shalom and apply it in prayer to the lives of our children today. Remember that…

But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! (Galatians 5:22,23) Benjamin Franklin set a precedent for leaders after him of soberly assessing his weaknesses in certain character attributes and working on them intentionally over…

Look at those who are honest and good, for a wonderful future awaits those who love peace. (Psalm 37:37) Loving peace is the secret to a wonderful future. If your future isn’t looking as bright as you would like, try checking your Peace Index. The Hebrew word for peace is rich with meaning – Shalom…

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. (Matthew 5:9) But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and…

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