Isaiah 57:21
Isaiah 57:21
There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.
Many nations of the world, especially third-world countries, are in a state of unrest which has crippled their economic and political stability. Insecurity, terrorism, and politically induced agitations can result in a lack of peace. Every day, citizens live in constant fear and do not know what the future holds. These citizens are victims of the evil machinations and wicked devices of human beings like themselves. People who sponsor, embrace, and partake in evil are said to be wicked. On the outside, it seems all is well with them. They seem to have a life of ease, and we assume they are at peace based on what we see. However, they do not feel at peace inside. The kind of peace Jesus promised us as believers in John 16:33 cannot be found in the material things of this world. This peace is accompanied by having a sense of purpose in God, even in the midst of chaos. In the package of eternal life, we are assured of rest from life's troubles. But the unbeliever who thrives in the way of unrighteousness and godlessness cannot come into the rest that God has called His children to. There may be temporary external peace in this world, but eternal damnation, torment, and unrest await those who reject the salvation of God through Christ Jesus.
Romans 12:18
If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Psalm 30:5
For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
Proverbs 27:15
A quarrelsome wife is like the constant dripping of a leaky roof.
Philippians 4:9
Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.