The Peace We desire
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On this day, December 31, in 1945, the ratifications of the United Nations charter was completed. The UN, which was formed on October 24, 1945, is an intergovernmental organization with aims to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve international cooperation, and be a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations.
This is what the charter said:
We the peoples of the United Nations determined – to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, which twice in our lifetime has brought untold sorrow to mankind, and – to reaffirm faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person, in the equal rights of men and women and of nations large and small, and – to establish conditions under which justice and respect for the obligations arising from treaties and other sources of international law can be maintained, and – to promote social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom, And for these ends – to practice tolerance and live together in peace with one another as good neighbours, and – to unite our strength to maintain international peace and security, and – to ensure, by the acceptance of principles and the institution of methods, that armed force shall not be used, save in the common interest, and – to employ international machinery for the promotion of the economic and social advancement of all peoples, Have resolved to combine our efforts to accomplish these aims – Accordingly, our respective Governments, through representatives assembled in the city of San Francisco, who have exhibited their full powers found to be in good and due form, have agreed to the present Charter of the United Nations and do hereby establish an international organization to be known as the United Nations.
Unfortunately, the formation of the UN did not bring world peace. There has been many wars and conflicts since its formation.
I admire the great work the UN has since done over the years to foster world peace, but true peace can only be achieved when all nations and people come to the saving knowledge of Christ. Peace is in Christ. Of the Christ, this is what is written:
READ Isaiah 9:6
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
(Isaiah 9:6 NLT)
The Hebrew “shalom” (peace), often refers to an appearance of calm and tranquility; of individuals, groups, and nations. The Greek counterpart “eirene” denotes “unity and accord”. Apostle Paul used eirene when he said, in Romans 5:1,
Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have PEACE with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Christ is the Prince of Peace. The deeper, more foundational meaning of peace is the spiritual harmony brought about by an individual’s restoration with God, through Christ.
Do you want peace in the coming year? Christ is the true source of peace. Even as we prepare to enter the new year, remember that Christ said John 16:33,
“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”
The peace we desire is found only in Christ.
MEMORY VERSE
“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace.”
(John 16:33)
QUESTIONS
What threatened, or actually stole your peace this year??
Do you know that true peace is in Christ?
PRAYER TIP
Father, Thank You for the
gift of the Christ, the Prince
of Peace. I am eternally grateful.
CREDITS
- On This Day, “The United Nations Charter” https://www.onthisday.com/photos/united-nations-charter
- Office of The Historian, “Milestones : 1937- 1945,” https://history.state.gov/milestones/1937-1945/un
URGENT CALL
Every soul is valuable to God, far more than the entire world! But by nature, we are all sinful, and alienated from God, and we ultimately face his wrath!
God in His mercy and love made a way for us to remedy this. He gives us a chance to reverse this downward spiral to destruction, join His family, be part of His household, and become His children.
The first step to becoming a member of God’s household is for us to be saved.
Salvation comes through accepting Jesus Christ as our Lord and Personal Savior.
It is a very personal decision. No one can make that decision for you.
If you make that decision today, there will be great singing and rejoicing in heaven; because one new member has joined the family and household of God! A soul, much, much more valuable than the world, has been saved from destruction!
Do you want to make that decision today?
Please visit “The Believer’s Prayer”
for guidance if you want
to make that decision.
We will be happy to hear from you through the contact information on that page, or the ones at the top of this page. Don’t delay. Make this very personal decision today!
God richly bless you.
SPECIAL GRATITUDE
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We would not have gotten here without your prayers, goodwill and overall support. We are grateful, and humbled.
We thank God for counting us worthy to share in His Great Commission; and we thank you for sticking with us through this journey.
God richly bless you.
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