Welcome to The Heart of God podcast, Episode 109: And... World Peace – a heartfelt exploration of what Jesus truly promised about peace in our broken world.In a time when global headlines are dominated by unrelenting conflict—from the ongoing war in Ukraine, escalating tensions in the Middle East, violence in Sudan and Myanmar, to rising instability in regions like the Sahel and beyond—many people long for "world peace" as if it were just around the corner. Yet, as we look at the state of our world in 2026, with armed conflicts at levels not seen since World War II, the dream of universal harmony feels farther away than ever. But here's the crucial truth we unpack in this episode: Jesus never promised corporate, worldwide peace in our lifetime. He did promise profound personal peace—a deep, unshakable calm that guards our hearts and minds even amid chaos. True global peace? That's a future reality, secured in eternity when Christ returns to reign. This raises profound questions that cut to the core of our faith: In what ways do conflict, war, and division actually drive us to the foot of the Cross and to the Person of Christ Himself? How do the very struggles we face reveal our desperate need for Him? We dive straight into Jesus' own words in Matthew 10:34, where He declares, "Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword." This seems to clash with the angels' glorious announcement at His birth: "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom He is pleased!" (Luke 2:14). How do we reconcile these? What kind of peace was proclaimed—and what kind wasn't? Thankfully, Scripture doesn't leave us in confusion. The Apostle Paul provides crystal-clear answers in Ephesians 2, explaining the peace we are promised right now—peace with God through Christ's reconciling work on the Cross—and the ultimate, eternal peace awaiting believers in the new heaven and new earth. Whether you're weary from personal battles, grieved by national divisions, or burdened by the world's endless wars, this episode invites you to get centered in God's unchanging truth. Discover how Jesus' hard words about division actually point us to the deeper, transformative peace only He can give—peace that sustains us today and points us to the perfect shalom to come. Join me as we wrestle with these Scriptures, find hope in the midst of turmoil, and let the Heart of God speak peace to our souls. Press play, open your Bible to Matthew 10 and Ephesians 2, and let's seek the Prince of Peace together. His promises hold firm—no matter the headlines.
