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Very few people, when given the choice, would choose tribulation over peace. Given the Lord’s words above, why is it that we see so much trouble, distress and anguish in the world today?
The key reason is resistance to the notion of abiding ‘in Christ’. The peace Jesus offers ‘in me’ comes from a reconciliation back to God but this then highlights the consequences of that choice.
To remain in Christ’ requires believing in something we cannot see. It requires acknowledgment, confession, and repentance for our less than perfect thoughts, words and deeds. All aspects which are difficult for our human will to submit to. However, when we do, we then have a purpose in God’s will and an example of a perfect life on this earth to follow.
Speaking and acting ‘in Christ’ may also result in the experience of tribulation just as it did for our Lord on His earthly pilgrimage. John 15:17-18, “These things I command you, that ye love one another. If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you.”
The good news is that, while this world offers tribulation, nothing can separate us from the peace in Christ because God loves us. Romans 8:39, “Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Choose to remain in the peace of Christ and the tribulation of this world will not be a concern to us.
Philippians 4:7, “Be careful 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 passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”