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Understanding Peace

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Part 1: Understanding Peace — From Shalom to Eirene

Exercise 1.

Introduction

  • “Peace is something everyone wants, yet few seem to find. What is peace?” Definition: Tranquility, harmony, security, well-being, or prosperity.
  • What is the meaning of the word Shalom?
  • What is the meaning of the word Eirene?
  • What’s the difference between the two?

Peace in the Bible: Big Picture

  • Peace appears 429 times in the KJV.​

Types of Peace

  • False peace –
  • Inner peace –
  • Peace with God –
  • Peace with man –

Discussion Prompt:

What type of peace do you desire most right now? Why?

Note: Asks 3 students.

Peace in the Old Testament: Shalom

  • Between People: Genesis 34:21
  • Between Nations: 1 Kings 5:12
  • Between God and People: Psalm 85:8

Reflection Question:

Why do you think shalom was tied to promises and covenants?

What does the word Eirene mean?

Exercise 2: “Peace Through the Years”

  • 5 volunteers share, “How did people greet each other with peace through the decade?”
  • Discuss How has peace greetings changed.

Betrayal and Broken Peace

  • Psalm 41:9 — “Friend of my peace”
  • Reflect on King David’s betrayal and its connection to Jesus (John 13:18)

Discussion Prompt:

How do we respond to betrayal? Is discernment important?

Peace as a Greeting

  • 1 Samuel 25:6: David greets Nabal with peace.
  • Explore the story: David, Nabal, and Abigail.

Individual Action and God’s Gift

  • Peace comes from actions and attitudes, but it is ultimately a gift from God.
  • Isaiah 45:7; Leviticus 26:6; John 14:27

Group Reflection:

Share a time when you received peace as a gift (not something worked for).

Application & Homework

  • “How can you practice shalom this week in your family/church/community?” / Reflect and write down a personal action step.

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PEACE THAT SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING

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Introduction: “Peace that surpasses all understanding.” 

Class exercise:

This lesson on “peace that surpasses all understanding” can begin with the compelling question: “Why should we have this class on peace, and how should we approach it?”

  1. Peace that “surpasses all understanding” is not just a mental or emotional comfort. But a promise of ____, that stands apart from ___________.
  2. The world often defines peace as the _________ of conflict or________, but God’s peace is about His presence and assurance no matter what life brings.
  3. Question: Is this a valuable lesson, in this day in age?

Your answer: _______________________________________________________________.

  • I believe it is because:
  • It explores: __________________________________________________________________.
  • It helps: _____________________________________________________________________.
  • Understanding this: _________________________________________________________.
  • Let’s start with scriptural definitions:

Philippians 4: 4-7:

  • 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Note: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

John 14: 27

  • Peace, I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your heart be troubled and do not be afraid.”

Note: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

  • Class Exercise:  

Is your day rough…

_________ peace from God, means______ ______, even while storms may rage around us.

God gives an ______ _____, that doesn’t depend on ___________________.

Let’s Play the Question-and-Answer Game?

  1. How many times in the bible does the word peace appear? Pick One: 180 / 595 /690 / 790 /1200
  • In the bible, there’s the words, Peace that surpasses all understanding. What is a similar definition of words we can use? ____________________________________________________.
  • Unlike world peace, which depends on favorable conditions, what is Supernatural peace to you? You can add a scripture(s) _________________________________________________________.
  • In Phillians 4-7 – this peace guards what? ___________ & ____________.

Last Exercise: Please take out a sheet of paper and trace your hand. Follow Deacon Jones instructions.

To Sum It Up:

From: A Post titled – Supernatural Peace by Jim Cymbala

The words of the ancient blessing from Aaron and his priestly descendants struck a chord in the hearts of judges like Deborah and Gideon, and they still do in our hearts today:

  • The LORD bless you and keep you;
  • The LORD make His face shine on you and be gracious to you;
  • The LORD turn His face toward you and give you peace. – Numbers 6:24-26

Notice the phrasing here. This kind of peace is not just a human achievement. It is a gift from above.

That is certainly what Jesus said to his disciples during the Last Supper:

Peace, I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. – John 14:27