When Jesus delivered his sermon while on the mountain, one of the things he proclaimed was that those who are blessed are those who are peacemakers (cf. Matthew 5:9). Part of the fruit of the Spirit is peace (cf. Galatians 5:22). The apostle Paul declared that we are to pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding (cf. Romans 14:19). Earlier, the apostle Paul proclaimed that as much as depends on us, we are to live peaceably with all (cf. Romans 12:18). Jesus also said to have salt in yourselves and be at peace with one another (cf. Mark 9:50). James tells us to make peace and so does the writer of Hebrews…
And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. (James 3:18 ESV)
Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. (Hebrews 12:14 ESV)
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