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PEACE (3 OF 7)

by Chuck Booher

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:16
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Peace (3 of 7)
Series: Believe (Part 2)
Chuck Booher
2 Thessalonians 3:16


Man who was upset at how another man parked.
Guy started kicking the car while the other man watched with total peace.

How big of an effect does peace have on your life?
Stress is a huge factor in deteriorating physical health
Stress is a huge factor in bringing on depression and despair
We care so much about you that we have a team of people who diligently pray for you.
We are aware how many of you are facing tough situations and are not experiencing the peace of God!
The Island of Ikaria …
The Guardian (May 31, 2013)
…people here live on average 10 years longer than those in the rest of Europe and America - around one in three Ikarians lives into their 90s. Not only that, but they also have much lower rates of cancer and heart disease, suffer significantly less depression and dementia, maintain a sex life into old age and remain physically active deep into their 90s.
The key factor that leads to their health is absence of stress
They are very communal and trust that the community will be there for them in the time of need.
They take naps regularly.
They are over all a people of peace!

Big Idea: Peace is possible in the midst of anxiety and chaos.

Peace
Greek is Eirene and Hebrew is Shalom
Both mean a state of peace and harmony.
The opposite of war and dissension.
Tranquility.
It is where we live knowing that everything is okay or will be okay.
I am not worried.
I feel good…
Peace Biblically is more tha just the absence of conflict.
Barclay says that many in not understanding this, gain a peace for the moment but in fact are piling up trouble for the future.
So does this work in the real world?
Church Announcement: The Peacekeepers meeting has been postponed due to an unforeseen conflict.


This peace is different than the world…
Peace from God is more powerful than situations or circumstances.
2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NASB)
16 Now may the ...

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