A Mission of Peace
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Peace? What is peace? It usually depends on who you ask… To those at war, it is a ceasefire. To those with hectic lives, it is calm and still. For those with anxiety or depression, it is inner tranquility. To the parent of small children, it is a moment of quiet. To those in complicated relationships, it is a lack of conflict, whether internal or external. A lack of peace affects individuals, families, communities, and nations. People can try to manufacture peace or fake peace by pretending not to care or that everything is fine, not realizing that any peace we produce is fragile.
Jesus came on a peace mission to save sinners, so He entered the conflict as a baby. The first Christmas was not a peaceful experience. Mary and Joseph's lives were turned upside down. The shepherds' night was interrupted by a terrifying experience. Born probably in a cave, our Lord Himself would spend His early days as a refugee from the bloodthirsty and vindictive madman. Advent is about the Prince of Peace and his peace mission.
Advent 2020: Peace Sermon Series - 12.20.20
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