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Shalom

Does peace feel distant these days?

With so much conflict, brokenness, and uncertainty in the world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But in Hebrew, shalom means more than just peace – it speaks of wholeness and completeness. When life feels unsettled, it often means something is missing or broken. Yet God’s heart is always to restore, to bring us back into the fullness of His shalom.

When sin separated us from Him, we lost that shalom. But because of His deep love, God set a plan in motion – one that took thousands of years to unfold. He sent Jesus to make us whole again, restoring our relationship with Him: ‘So you also are complete through your union with Christ’ (Colossians 2:10a NLT).

And the good news doesn’t stop there… as followers of Jesus, His Spirit of peace now lives in us, shaping us with humility, patience, and love. He calls us to be carriers of His shalom – bringing hope, healing, and restoration to those around us. Even when the world feels chaotic, we have the incredible promise of a greater shalom – the day when ‘He will wipe away every tear... and there will be no more death or… pain’ (Revelation 21:4).

So today, take heart. His shalom is not just a distant hope. It’s here, working in you and through you. Let His perfect peace fill your heart and overflow to those around you.

Written by LUCY WEIL