Advent Devotionals: Day 24

I am naturally a man of peace.  I don’t like conflict, in-fact I try and avoid it if possible.  I think that’s why God called me to be a “Peace Officer.”  It’s funny if you think about it…not liking conflict, yet working in an environment where your job is to turn a scene of absolute chaos into a scene of order…and even bring about “peace.”  But that’s the job.  And I’ve seen what being an instrument of peace does.  I’ve been able to see a families torn apart by conflict, come together for a brief moment and put aside differences to allow resolution. I’ve seen bitter enemies come together.  Peace…it allows a window for people to stop and examine their hearts, their emotion, even their motives, and maybe choose a little humility, and love.

There are some days I feel like I’m on the wrong side of peace.  It seems like it’s been ages since I’ve even known peace.  Going through struggles that I wouldn’t wish upon anyone.  Yet here I am…supposed to be an instrument of peace?  How?  Looking at the news today, wondering if peace in the world is even attainable…how?  Our government…how?  Peace in my home?  The Church?

Yet, we are reminded…a child was born to us for that reason! Governments will rest on His shoulders! He is our Counselor!  He is Almighty!  He is my Father!  He is Peace!  The world…our lives, will only become more chaotic, but we will know true Peace if we place our hope and trust in Him.  

Prayer:  Lord, help me remember the promises of peace found in Your Word. You command the wind and the sea. Surly you can command the turbulence and chaos in my own heart.  Help me to trust in you and be my Prince of Peace.  And Lord, make me an instrument of Your Peace today to others around me. 

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