HOW TO OVERFLOW IN PEACE (PART ONE)

In today’s world filled with chaos, conflict, and constant pressure, peace often feels out of reach. Yet, as believers, God invites us not just to have peace but to overflow with it.

Overflowing peace is not the shallow calm that disappears when life gets tough. It’s a deep, abiding rest that anchors the heart and spills into every part of life—no matter the storm. This peace doesn’t depend on circumstances but flows from God’s presence and His promises.

So how do we step into this overflow? Let’s look at the first key.

Key One: Pursue Peace with Purpose

The Bible doesn’t just call us to “be at peace.” It challenges us to chase after it—to make peace a daily pursuit. Peace in Scripture is not simply the absence of conflict; it’s an active, powerful fruit of God’s Spirit and a mark of spiritual maturity.

📖 “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.” – Hebrews 12:14

📖 “Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.” – Romans 14:19

📖 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9

Notice those words: make every effort. Peace requires intentional choices. It means actively seeking peace within ourselves, with others, and in our communities.

Why Pursue Peace?

1. Peace Reflects God’s Character

   God is the “God of peace” (Philippians 4:9). When we pursue peace, we mirror His nature and make Him visible to the world.

2. Peace Strengthens Our Witness Jesus taught that our unity and love are powerful testimonies.📖 “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” – John 13:35A peaceful spirit draws people in, breaks down walls, and opens doors for the Gospel.

3. Peace Guards Our Soul Strife, anger, and bitterness drain us.📖 “A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer in the bones.” – Proverbs 14:30Pursuing peace is not just spiritual; it’s also emotional, mental, and even physical protection.

Three Keys to Pursuing Peace with Purpose

• Guard your heart against bitterness, anger, and unforgiveness.

• Choose to forgive quickly and let go of grudges.

• Speak words that calm and build up instead of fueling conflict.

A Step Forward

Take a moment today to examine your relationships and your heart. Is there any unresolved conflict or lingering bitterness? Pray for God’s strength to pursue peace—whether that means having a hard but honest conversation, setting healthy boundaries, or extending grace where it’s hard to give.

This is the first step to overflowing peace. In the next part, we’ll explore the second key to unlocking this powerful gift.