Wanted: A Candle Of Peace.

On this second Sunday of Advent, many liturgical churches focus on the subject of Christ as our peace. One of the names of our Lord Jesus is Prince of Peace: "For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David's throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this." (Isaiah 9:6-7)

Are you looking for endless peace? Peace is found in a Person: our eternal God. "You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in You." (Isaiah 26:3) "LORD, You establish peace for us: all that we have accomplished You have done for us. O LORD, our God, other lords beside You have ruled over us, but Your name alone do we honor." (Isaiah 26:12-13)

Where do we find ourselves today? Have we submitted ourselves to the Prince of Peace? Or are we found bowing to idols who rule our thoughts and deeds while robbing us of the peace we so desperately desire? Or, are we caught in circumstances that move us to heave and weave, unsteady, unsure, and overcome in the chaos?

From time to time Pastor Sam shares a few words with me. These words, when I can remember them, help me to find peace in this stormy life. I share them here in the hope that they'll be helpful to you as well.

*Relax.
*It'll be all right.
*God is aware.
*Let's pray.

Today is a good day to light a candle of peace. Not a candle of revenge. Not a candle to start an angry firestorm. Not even a candle of self-preservation. Just a simple candle to remind ourselves that Jesus, the Light of the world, has come into the world to establish His peace.

Have a peaceful day.

Prince of Peace, establish Your peace in us as we trust in You. Give us hearts to receive and reflect Your word of peace today. Amen.