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Peace on EarthGalatians 5:22Galatians 5:16-26So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. 17 For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict with each other, so that you do not do what you want. 18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under law. Galatians 5:16-2619 The acts of the sinful nature are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; 20 idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions 21 and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:16-2622 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires. 25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. 26 Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.Fruit is evidence of the Spirit.Likewise every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. 18 A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. 19 Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 20 Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them. 21 "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Matthew 7:17-21 Peace and ShalomPeace is more than the absence of war.

Psalm 4:7-8 You have filled my heart with greater joy than when their grain and new wine abound. 8 I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.Peace and ShalomPeace is more than the absence of war.

Shalom is when everything is perfect.In the Bible, shalom means universal flourishing, wholeness, and delight, a rich state of affairs in which natural needs are satisfied and natural gifts fruitfully employed, a state of affairs that inspires joyful wonder as its Creator and Savior opens doors and welcome the creatures in whom he delights. Shalom, in other words, is the way things ought to be.

Neal Plantinga in Not the Way Its Suppose to Be: A Breviary of Sin.

Peace and ShalomPeace is more than the absence of war.

Shalom is when everything is perfect.

Was last seen in the Garden of Eden.Peace Shattered to PiecesSin destroyed shalom.

Only remnants of shalom remain.Shalom RestoredJesus is the Prince of Peace.

Luke 2:12-14 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."Shalom RestoredJesus is the Prince of Peace.

Jesus came and stood among them and said, "Peace be with you!" John 20:19Shalom RestoredJesus is the Prince of Peace.

For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit Romans 14:17 Shalom RestoredJesus is the Prince of Peace.

The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. Romans 16:20 Shalom RestoredJesus is the Prince of Peace.

Peace is a gift from God.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 Shalom RestoredJesus is the Prince of Peace.

Peace is a gift from God.

We are agents of peace.

Romans 12:18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.

Do people see your shalom?18

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