"And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members in one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful." Colossians 3:15
The Chronological Life Application Study Bible states that "the word rule comes from the language of athletics. Paul tells us to let Christ's peace be umpire or referee of our hearts. The heart is the center of conflict because that is where feelings and desires clash-fears and hopes, distrust and trust, jealousy and love.
How can we deal with these constant conflicts and live as God wants? Paul explains that we must decide between conflicting elements by using the rule of peace; along with her close companion, gratitude."
In light of the world we're living in, we must strive more than ever before to know God and decide daily to allow His peace to reign supreme on the throne of our hearts.
~Prayer~
As the days ahead of us are sure to only grow darker. Father, may Your peace be one of the chief beacons to light the road before me as I await the day my Jesus enters the clouds and raptures me from this lost and dying world. Fill me to overflowing with Your Spirit and Your peace and let them spill out of me to bring hope and healing to the world around me.
In Jesus' name I pray! Amen!
