The Sermon on the Mountનમૂનો

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?