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newgene87:
well, here's my two cents as well. This is almost 38 cents we all throwing in; its all good. Gina, i'm gonna have to agree with Craig. Can we be at EASE?? yes, but no, it's not EASY. But all because it's not EASY, that doesnt mean we cant be at ease: but it does take a level a spiritual maturity. A profound verse
"Be careful (be anxious) for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which PASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Phi 4:6-7)
it was only the OTHER day this verse came across me and the truth of it blew me away. and I AM AT EASE in Christ. Because, no doubt, my life is not all roses. I have struggles and hardships; but my days of depression, hopelessness (which i remember oh so well) are GONE. I remember at those times, I HAD NO PEACE whatsoever because i remember just trying to figure out things, trying to understand things. I was ashamed of my sins and wrongs, my weaknesses, scared of the future; troubled on every side. But like someone else said, stay in prayer, meditation; constant connection with Jesus - "and you shall (become to) know the truth, and the TRUTH SHALL SET YOU FREE" (John 8:32)
So with all that; I COMPLETELY SEE AND UNDERSTAND how you feel and where you are at when it comes to peace. I couldve asked this same question a year ago. And i used to immerse myself in reading AND studying the bible, only gospel or christian music, stayed in church, prayed ---- but revelation and true deliverance is all apart of God's timing. I say, continue reading the teachings on this site, soak in the myth of free will, origin of evil, what the beast is; get in tune with these teachings. In God's timing you will become one with the "Peace of God, guarding our hearts and minds through Christ". In time. Truly, God works.
I will pray for Christ's peace in you.
Eugene
Gina:
It's alright. We don't have to agree on everything for there to be peace. I know life isn't a bed of roses but there are moments of inexplicable peace. That's all I'm saying.
And if we have ease in this life instead of peace then I'll never have ease but I'm glad you and Craig do: ;D
Ease:
easeiz(n.; v.)eased, eas•ing.
(n.)freedom from labor, pain, or physical annoyance; relaxation or comfort:
to enjoy one's ease.
freedom from concern, anxiety, or solicitude:
to be at ease about one's health.
freedom from difficulty or great effort; facility:
It can be done with ease.
freedom from financial need; plenty:
a life of ease.
freedom from stiffness, constraint, or formality; unaffectedness.
(v.t.)to free from anxiety or care:
to ease one's mind.
to mitigate, lighten, or lessen:
to ease pain.
to release from pressure or tension.
to move or shift with great care:
to ease a car into a narrow parking space.
to render less difficult; facilitate.
to bring (the helm or rudder of a vessel) slowly amidships. to bring the head of (a vessel) into the wind.
Category: Navy, Nautical
(v.i.)to abate in severity, pressure, tension, etc. (often fol. by off or up).
to become less painful, burdensome, etc.
to move or shift, or be moved or shifted, with great care.
ease out, to prevail upon tactfully to leave a job, move from an apartment, etc.
Category: Verb Phrase
Idioms for ease:
at ease,a position of rest in which soldiers standing in formation may relax but may not leave their places or talk.
Category: Idiom, Military
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And the definition of Peace is quite similar:
peacepis(n.; interj.; v.)peaced, peac•ing.
(n.)freedom from war; a cessation or absence of hostilities between nations.
a state of harmony between people or groups; freedom from dissension.
freedom from civil commotion; public order and security.
freedom from anxiety, annoyance, or other mental disturbance:
peace of mind.
a state of tranquillity or serenity.
silence; stillness.
(often cap.) an agreement or treaty that ends a war or hostilities.
(interj.)(used to express greeting or farewell or to request silence.)
(v.i.)Obs. to be or become silent.
Idioms for peace:
at peace, untroubled; tranquil. deceased.
Category: Idiom
hold or keep one's peace,to refrain from or cease speaking; keep silent.
Category: Idiom
keep the peace, to maintain public order. to prevent discord.
Category: Idiom
make one's peace with,to become reconciled with or to.
Category: Idiom
make peace,to arrange a cessation of hostilities or antagonism.
Category: Idiom
Origin of peace:
1125–75; ME pes < AF; OF pais, earlier paiz < L pācem, acc. of pāx; akin to pact
Princeton's WordNet
peace(noun)
the state prevailing during the absence of war
peace(noun)
harmonious relations; freedom from disputes
"the roommates lived in peace together"
peace, peacefulness, peace of mind, repose, serenity, heartsease, ataraxis(noun)
the absence of mental stress or anxiety
peace, public security(noun)
the general security of public places
"he was arrested for disturbing the peace"
peace, peace treaty, pacification(noun)
a treaty to cease hostilities
"peace came on November 11th"
Kernerman English Learner's Dictionary
peace(noun)pis
when there is no war
The children here have never known peace.; a peace agreement
peacepis
when everything is calm
the peace of the countryside; Leave him in peace to do his work.; I really need some peace and quiet right now.
peacepis
the knowledge that you do not need to worry
Our insurance will give you peace of mind.
peacepis
to agree to end an argument
He decided to make peace with his parents.
Webster Dictionary
Peace(u)
a state of quiet or tranquillity; freedom from disturbance or agitation; calm; repose
Peace(u)
exemption from, or cessation of, war with public enemies
Peace(u)
public quiet, order, and contentment in obedience to law
Peace(u)
exemption from, or subjection of, agitating passions; tranquillity of mind or conscience
Peace(u)
reconciliation; agreement after variance; harmony; concord
Peace(u)
to make or become quiet; to be silent; to stop
The Roycroft Dictionary
peace
A monotonous interval between fights.
Gina:
I was just talking with my friend Gail about this thread and she goes:
"Well, fretting about not having peace is just gonna prolong the next peaceful moment."
Wow! Tell me that wasn't from God!! :)
newgene87:
oh yea and Greg, dont be discouraged. I truly understand. Paul told us to, " pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace, with all who are calling on the Lord out of a clean heart." (2Ti 2:22). So pursue these things; but all in all, we can only pursue them by His grace and spirit. so stay in prayer. The biggest encouragement is that,
"goodness and mercy shall PURSUE YOU all the days of your life..." (Psa 23:6)
know it's his goodness that leads us to repentance (Rom 2:4) and it's all a journey that God is working in us. "seeing that out of Him and through Him and for Him is all: to Him be the glory for the eons" (Rom 11:36). Till peace shine in your heart as the new day, STAY IN PRAYER. And stay in fellowship. Christ's peace will come in season. "for everything, there is a season..." (Ecc 3). But as a Child of God, with the spirit of God as a Guarantee and pledge for the life to come (2Co 1:22); be encouraged that Christ is working His Will and Purpose in us. So that one day; we will be Free.
Thanks for the definitions Gina!
Eugene
Dave in Tenn:
I don't want to get all theological, but for me the Peace Christ gives is the cessation of conflict, not endless rolling fields of organ-music playing wheat. :) There isn't any grace or fruit of the Spirit which exists in a vacuum. ALL of them are in contrast to some evil in this life. I think this peace is LIKE the peace that breaks out after the war is over. Or if not 'over' at least moved beyond my piece of ground. How much peace we're experiencing is in relation to how little war is still going on.
So I think you're ALL right, and that's not just 'peacemaking'. :)
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