Awakened to Deliver – The Fruit of the Spirit, Day 3: Living in Peace with Others
Key Verse: Romans 12:18 (NASB 2020) – “If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all people.”
Episode Highlights
- Peace Starts with Reconciliation to God: True peace with others begins by first being reconciled to God through Jesus Christ (Romans 5:1).
- Spirit-Filled Peace Flows into Relationships: When we walk in peace with God, we’re empowered to bring peace into our relationships with others.
- Intentional Effort Is Required: Living in peace takes humility, forgiveness, and the power of the Holy Spirit—it doesn’t happen passively.
- Biblical Steps to Peace: Forgiveness, humility, listening, peacemaking, and prayer are all essential practices for building peaceful relationships.
- Overcoming Obstacles to Peace: Pride, unresolved conflict, fear, and unforgiveness are barriers the Spirit helps us break down.
Scripture References
- Romans 5:1 – Peace with God through faith in Christ.
- Ephesians 2:14-16 – Jesus removes division and hostility.
- Ephesians 4:32 – Forgive as Christ forgave you.
- Philippians 2:3-4 – Walk in humility.
- James 1:19 – Be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.
- Matthew 5:9 – Peacemakers are called sons of God.
- Proverbs 15:1 – A gentle answer turns away wrath.
- Galatians 5:22 – The Spirit produces peace, patience, and love.
Reflection Questions
- Are there specific relationships in your life where peace feels difficult to achieve? How can you invite the Holy Spirit into those situations?
- Which obstacles to peace—pride, unresolved conflict, bitterness, or fear—are most present in your relationships? How can you address them this week?
- How might pursuing peace in your relationships reflect God’s love and glorify Him to those around you?
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