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Blessed are the peacemakers
The Greek word εἰρηνοποιοί (eirēnopoioi) literally means "(those) who make peace." This peace has a twofold aspect:
- Inner peace of heart (John 14:1,27).
- Outward peace with others (Hebrews 12:14).
Christ made peace through His death on the cross (Colossians 1:20) and He is therefore the supreme example for those who strive for peace. The price Jesus paid for peace is a reminder that it is not easy or automatic. Overcoming the inevitable difficulties requires hard work and effort.
Having peace with God is essential for having peace with others. If we have been reconciled to God by His grace, we are called to proclaim reconciliation with Him to others (2 Corinthians 5:18-20).
The Lord's peace is not simply a truce or a ceasefire. Peace must be a permanent feature of life, not a temporary break between periods of struggle. Living in peace with ourselves and others requires a proactive commitment (Romans 12:18; 14:17-19).
- Are you at peace with God, reconciled through Christ's sacrifice?
- If so, are you doing what you can to ensure that others can enjoy this peace?
About this Plan
“The Sermon on the Mount” is the title often given to chapters 5-7 of the Gospel of Matthew. It is a summary of the teaching of Jesus. Although the other Gospels present some similar passages in other contexts, it is likely that Jesus actually delivered this speech on only one occasion, but then repeated the same concepts several times on other occasions as well. Matthew Henry, the great Bible commentator, says that the purpose of the Sermon on the Mount is “not to fill our heads with notions, but to guide and regulate our practice”.
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