Fruit of the Spirit: Peace
(Galatians 5:22-23)

I. Peace and God
A. God of peace (the peace that God has in Himself) (1 Corinthians 14:33; John 5:19, 16:13)
B. Peace of God (the peace that God gives us) (Psalm 29:11; 2 Thessalonians 3:16)
C. Peace with God (relationship with God restored through Christ) (Romans 5:1; Colossians 1:20)

II. Obstacles to Peace
A. Worry (potential troubles) (Proverbs 12:25; Matthew 6:25,33-34)
B. Fear (present troubles) (Psalm 3:5-6; John 14:27)
C. Conflict (interpersonal troubles) (Matthew 5:23-24; Romans 12:18)

III. Growing in Peace
A. Trust in the Lord. (Isaiah 26:3; John 14:1)
B. Rest in Christ. (Matthew 11:28; John 16:33)
C. Love God’s word (Psalm 119:165; Proverbs 3:17)
D. Pray and give thanks. (Philippians 4:6-7)
E. Live in unity with each other. (Ephesians 4:3; Colossians 3:15)
F. Ask God to develop the fruit of peace in your life. (Romans 8:6)

Affirmation:
“I will grow in peace as I allow the Spirit to guard my mind.”

Application:
Spend time meditating on Isaiah 26:3 and thank God that He gives perfect peace, even during the storms of life.