Paul comforts Christians with the assurance of God's peace. I. The Content of Peace A. Peace with God 1. God is at war with man, because of sin 2. Reconciliation with God through the cross of Christ B. Peace within one's soul C. Peace with family and church members Observations A. There are other types of peace 1. Peace with others 2. Peace among nations—Isaiah 2; Revelation 22 3. Peace in the cosmos—Ezekiel 34:25; 37:26; Romans 8 B. All manifestations of peace are based on peace with God Application: Do you have peace with God?