The word peace is used to describe the absence of war or hostility between people, friends, even nations. But more than that*, it speaks of wholeness and harmony. There is a difference between not fighting and being harmonious. David writes a prayer of true peace for Jerusalem. I like to pray this prayer too and also use it for my region.
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem!
“May they be secure who love you!
Peace be within your walls
and security within your towers!”
For my brothers and companions’ sake
I will say, “Peace be within you!”
For the sake of the house of the Lord our God,
I will seek your good. Psalm 122:6-9
But it occurs to me that it can apply to more personal situations and that maybe you are in the middle of a conflict. There is a certain restlessness that accompanies a rift, disturbance, disagreement. It’s a terrible feeling. So, I’m praying for you today. That as you look to Jesus, you will see his wisdom for your situation, that you will feel his presence blanketing you with wholeness, that you will hear his voice speaking peace to you.
*Williiam Mounce Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words
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