My Peace I Give Unto You: A Journey from Turmoil to Tranquility

My Peace I Give Unto You Sermon

Sermon Breakdown – DR. MARTYN LLOYD-JONES

1. The passage of focus is John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
2. Jesus spoke these words to comfort his disciples who were troubled by his impending death.
3. The greatest problem in the world is anxiety and fear due to lack of security and peace. This is evidenced by the prevalence of neuroses, phobias, and psychosis.
4. The world offers false peace through avoidance of facts, distraction, wishful thinking, stoicism, relaxation techniques, drugs, etc. But these do not provide true peace.
5. The true cause of lack of peace is self (sin) – ambition, pride, selfishness, self-will. This affects ourselves and others.

   

   My Peace I give unto Sermon Breakdown

6. Dependence on worldly pleasures and things also contributes to lack of peace since these can be threatened. Fear of being alone with self is terrifying. Fear of death, judgment, illness, loss, etc. stem from this.
7. Jesus exposes the root cause of our problems (sin) but also provides the cure (forgiveness, new nature, introduction to God).
8. Peace comes from seeing life, death and eternity from an eternal perspective. This world is passing, but we have a home with God forever.
9. We can face life steadily through Christ’s strength. We need not escape through worldly means.
10. We either have this peace from Christ or we do not. We should examine ourselves. If we lack peace, we should rush to Christ for forgiveness and new life.

It will also be a blessing to know some other verses about Peace from the Bible, let’s have a look at them.

17 Bible Verses About Peace

1. John 16:33: “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”                                                                                  
2. Galatians 5:22: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
3. Isaiah 12:2: “Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.“
4. Psalm 29:11: “The Lord gives strength to his people, the Lord blesses his people with peace.”                     

   

5. Micah 5:5: “But he will stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And they will dwell securely, for then he will be great to the ends of the earth.“
6. Job 22:21: “Submit to God and be at peace with him; in this way prosperity will come to you.“
7. James 3:17-18: “But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.”
8. Mark 4:39: “And he arose and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, ‘Peace! Be still!’ And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.”                                                                                                                                   

   

   How To Achieve Peace Through Prayer and God’s Presence

9. Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Peace through prayer and God’s presence)
10. Psalms 4:8: “In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” (Security and peace from God)
11. 2 Thessalonians 3:16: “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with all of you.” (God’s continuous peace in every circumstance).

    

    Promoting peace through unity and love

12. 1 Thessalonians 5:13: “And finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be united in mind and purpose, live in peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you.”
13. Romans 5:1: “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
14. Matthew 5:9: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.“
15. Romans 12:18: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.“
16. Colossians 3:15: “And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”
17. Isaiah 26:3: “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.“

We have seen several verses on Peace, let’s consider some final notes.

 Final Thoughts

My Peace I Give Unto You. It’s more than just a phrase; it’s an invitation. An invitation to step off the storm-tossed clifftop and onto the solid ground of inner peace. It’s a journey, not a destination, one that requires commitment and practice. But when we embark on this path, we discover a profound truth – that peace is not something we find, but something we cultivate. And in cultivating peace within ourselves, we contribute to a ripple effect that expands outward, creating a more peaceful world for all.

So, take a deep breath, and open your heart to the gift of peace. Let it wash over you, cleanse you, and guide you. This peace is not just for Jesus’ disciples; it is for you, for me, for every living soul. It is our birthright, waiting to be claimed. Remember, My Peace I Give Unto You.

Now let’s see some frequently asked questions .