Stand firm then with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.

– Ephesians 6:15

The meaning of peace

The Greek term that Paul uses here literally means to be bound, united or woven together with God.

Peace is seen in unity with ChristPeace is in a heart that is reconciled through ChristPeace is a spirit that is in harmony with JesusPeace is tranquility in any and every situationPeace is stillness that exists in the midst of chaosPeace is rest for the deepest recesses of the heartPeace is serenity for the soul

The role of the boots

Boots give a solid footingBoots help keep the soldier stableBoots are a sign of readinessBoots offer additional support

How Peace functions like the boots

Peace gives us solid ground through our problemsPeace offers us stability when life gets shakyPeace helps us to be ready to share the gospelPeace gives us support through all of life

Peace and Burdens

Peace

Burden

Personal

Lost

Spiritual

Spiritually Needy

Eternal

Earthly

Forgiveness

Unforgiven

Jesus on Peace

I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.

– John 16:33

Peace is part of the message of JesusPeace is gained through the ministry of JesusPeace is brought through the mission of Jesus

Paul on Peace

And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

– Philippians 4:7

Peace is above our understandingPeace is defends our heartPeace is protects our mind

What do we do with the peace we have?

Peace is meant to be sensedPeace is meant to be shownPeace is meant to be shared