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I. HUMAN LIFE WANTS IT.

1. Uncertainty troubles our life.

2. Delusions embitter our heart.

3. Misgivings weary our soul.

II. GOD ALONE CAN GIVE IT.

1. Peace is not a human commodity, but a Divine boon.

2. Peace comes only to Divinely-prepared hearts.

3. Peace is specifically the Saviour's benefaction.

III. LYING VOICES OFFER IT.

1. False prophets preach peace still.

(1)  In our churches, promising ceremonies righteous works it through etc.

(2)  In pleasure's scenes, assuring the gay and frivolous of satisfaction, etc.

2. Beguiled dupes are ensnared still.

3. Yet assured peace is available still. May be found by all (Matthew 11:28-30).

(W. H. Jellie.)

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KJV: Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, the prophets say unto them, Ye shall not see the sword, neither shall ye have famine; but I will give you assured peace in this place.

WEB: Then I said, Ah, Lord Yahweh! behold, the prophets tell them, You shall not see the sword, neither shall you have famine; but I will give you assured peace in this place.