Speak of Peace?
Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who speak of peace when others are for war. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Today, sadly, around the world, there are armed conflicts where people are dying.
In Mark 13:7 (ESV) Jesus says, “And when you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed. This must take place, but the end is not yet.”
In Psalm 120:1-7 (ESV), the psalmist concludes his remarks by considering peace and war.
“In my distress I called to the Lord,
and he answered me.
Deliver me, O Lord,
from lying lips,
from a deceitful tongue.
What shall be given to you,
and what more shall be done to you,
you deceitful tongue?
A warrior’s sharp arrows,
with glowing coals of the broom tree!
Woe to me, that I sojourn in Meshech,
that I dwell among the tents of Kedar!
Too long have I had my dwelling
among those who hate peace.
I am for peace,
but when I speak, they are for war!”
There are all kinds of war zones. Do you want peace but one other or others around you want war? If so, take time to pray about how to respond. May God bless and keep those who are affected by war. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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