One of President Reagan’s philosophies was “Peace through strength.” He believed a nation’s peace with other countries came in part through military strength that commanded fear and respect. I believe that makes sense as a national policy.
Personal peace comes by a means other than force. Personal peace comes through strength in a different area.
“The mountains shall bring peace to the people, and the little hills, by righteousness” (Psalm 72:3).
Peace by righteousness — that’s the path to personal peace.
Be righteous, think right, do right — peace will result.
Even when external conflicts and problems and turmoil exist, righteousness will still produce inner personal peace.
And that’s my Christmas message from Psalm 72.
Jesus is both the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6) and the Righteous Branch (Jeremiah 23:5).
Posted: December 25
Peace in personal life comes through strength.
Spiritual strength that has us responding in a Christ-like manner.