Holy Spirit and peace
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· 1 viewThe Holy Spirit brings a sense of well-being, contentment and wholeness to believers whatever their outward circumstances. Peace is therefore an indication of the Holy Spirit’s presence.
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Peace is part of the nature of the Holy Spirit
Peace is part of the nature of the Holy Spirit
The Spirit is likened to a dove, the symbol of peace
The Spirit is likened to a dove, the symbol of peace
16 After He was baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending as a dove and settling on Him,
As part of the Godhead the Spirit is the God of peace
As part of the Godhead the Spirit is the God of peace
See also Php 4:9; 1 Th 5:23; Heb 13:20
Peace is a resource that the Holy Spirit gives to believers
Peace is a resource that the Holy Spirit gives to believers
17 for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
See also Jn 14:15–19 The Greek word “parakletos” means “one called alongside”, hence “comforter” or “advocate”; Ro 15:13
The fruit of the Spirit includes peace
The fruit of the Spirit includes peace
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. 24 Now those who belong to Christ Jesus crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 If we live by the Spirit, let’s follow the Spirit as well.
See also Ro 8:6
The Holy Spirit brings peace to God’s people concerning their circumstances
The Holy Spirit brings peace to God’s people concerning their circumstances
He changes situations to bring peace
He changes situations to bring peace
14 For the palace has been neglected, the populated city abandoned. Hill and watch-tower have become caves forever, A delight for wild donkeys, a pasture for flocks, 15 Until the Spirit is poured out upon us from on high, And the wilderness becomes a fertile field, And the fertile field is considered as a forest. 16 Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, And righteousness will remain in the fertile field. 17 And the work of righteousness will be peace, And the service of righteousness, quietness and confidence forever. 18 Then my people will live in a peaceful settlement, In secure dwellings, and in undisturbed resting places;
See also Is 63:14; Ac 9:31
He brings peace of mind to those facing difficult situations
He brings peace of mind to those facing difficult situations
19 for I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayers and the provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ,
See also Hag 2:5; Jn 16:5–21; Jn 20:21–22
The Holy Spirit brings peaceful relationships
The Holy Spirit brings peaceful relationships
Between believers
Between believers
3 being diligent to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Between believers and God the Father
Between believers and God the Father
1 Therefore there is now no condemnation at all for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and of death.
See also Ro 8:11; Ro 8:14–17 The result of the Spirit’s work is contrasted with fear, the opposite of peace.