Peace, divine in NT

God's ultimate provision of peace is discovered in the person and work of Jesus Christ. It is only through Christ that peace with God can be achieved and maintained.

Provision of peace through the Father

Peace in a believer's relationship with the Father

Romans 5:1 See also Romans 8:1, Romans 8:31–39; 1 Corinthians 1:2–3

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,

Peace through the Father's provision for the believer

1 Timothy 6:17 See also Matthew 6:25–34 parallel Luke 12:22–31; Matthew 7:7–11 parallel Luke 11:9–13

Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy.

Provision of peace through Jesus Christ

Through Jesus Christ's coming

Luke 2:10–14 Isaiah 9:6–7; Micah 5:2–5; Zechariah 9:9–10; Luke 2:25–32; Ephesians 2:17

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid! For behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people: Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you. He is Christ the Lord! And this will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.” And suddenly there appeared with the angel a great multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!”

Through Jesus Christ's teaching

John 16:33 See also John 14:23–27, John 15:3

I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”

Through Jesus Christ's ministry

Acts 10:36 See also Mark 4:35–41 parallels Matthew 8:23–27, Luke 8:22–25; Luke 4:33–35 parallel Mark 1:23–25; Luke 4:38–41 parallels Matthew 8:14–17, Mark 1:29–34

He has sent this message to the people of Israel, proclaiming the gospel of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.

Through Jesus Christ's death

Colossians 1:19–20 See also Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 26:26–28 parallels Mark 14:22–24, Luke 22:19–20; Galatians 6:14–16; Ephesians 2:13–17

For God was pleased to have all His fullness dwell in Him, and through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through the blood of His cross.

Through Jesus Christ's resurrection

Luke 24:36 See also Mark 16:4–6 parallel Luke 24:1–8; John 20:19–21, John 20:26–29; 2 Corinthians 4:14; Hebrews 13:20–21

While they were describing these events, Jesus Himself stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.”

Through Jesus Christ's ascension

Romans 8:34 See also Luke 24:51–53; Acts 2:33–39

Who is there to condemn us? For Christ Jesus, who died, and more than that was raised to life, is at the right hand of God— and He is interceding for us.

Provision of peace through the Holy Spirit

Through the Holy Spirit's inner witness

2 Corinthians 1:21–22 See also Romans 8:14–17; Galatians 4:6–7

Now it is God who establishes both us and you in Christ. He anointed us, placed His seal on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts as a pledge of what is to come.

Through the Holy Spirit's presence

Acts 9:31 See also John 14:16–18; Galatians 5:16–18; Revelation 22:17

Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced a time of peace. It grew in strength and numbers, living in the fear of the Lord and the encouragement of the Holy Spirit.

Peace as the Holy Spirit's fruit and gift

Galatians 5:22 See also Romans 14:17

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,