Matthew 5:9-12
Philippians 4:6-7
Jesus asks us to have a peace that surpasses human understanding.Jesus asks us to endure persecution like the prophets.With both, He promises us adoption.
John 12:1-8
Mary chose perfume over picketing.Mary was chastised not cheered.
Matthew 26:13
Mary was memorialized by her maker.
John 18:4-12
Peter chose a sword over sonship.Peter was chastised not cheered.
Peter thought he was protecting the Prince of Peace. Mary was protecting a promise.
Jesus asks us to have a peace that surpasses human understanding.