Topical Bible: Peace: Exhort Others To

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The concept of peace is a central theme throughout the Bible, and believers are frequently encouraged to promote and exhort others to pursue peace. This exhortation is not merely a passive suggestion but an active command that reflects the character of God and the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Biblical Foundation

The call to exhort others to peace is rooted in the nature of God Himself, who is described as the "God of peace" (Philippians 4:9). Peace is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22), indicating that it is a divine attribute that believers are to cultivate and encourage in others.

Old Testament Insights

In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word for peace, "shalom," encompasses completeness, welfare, and harmony. The psalmist writes, "Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it" (Psalm 34:14). This verse underscores the active pursuit of peace as a righteous endeavor. The prophets also spoke of a future time of peace, as seen in Isaiah 2:4, where nations will "beat their swords into plowshares."

New Testament Teachings

The New Testament further emphasizes the importance of peace among believers. Jesus, in His Sermon on the Mount, declared, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God" (Matthew 5:9). This beatitude highlights the blessedness and divine affiliation of those who actively work to create peace.

The Apostle Paul frequently exhorted the early church to live in peace. In Romans 12:18, he writes, "If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone" . This instruction acknowledges the challenges of maintaining peace but encourages believers to strive for it as much as possible. Similarly, in Ephesians 4:3, Paul urges believers to be "diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace" .

Practical Exhortations

Exhorting others to peace involves both words and actions. Believers are called to be examples of peace in their interactions, demonstrating patience, kindness, and forgiveness. James 3:18 states, "Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness" , indicating that the pursuit of peace yields spiritual benefits.

Furthermore, believers are encouraged to resolve conflicts and promote reconciliation. Jesus taught the importance of addressing grievances directly and seeking resolution (Matthew 18:15-17). This process not only restores relationships but also strengthens the community of faith.

Role of the Church

The church, as the body of Christ, plays a vital role in exhorting others to peace. It serves as a model of unity and harmony, reflecting the peace of Christ to the world. Colossians 3:15 instructs, "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body" . The church is called to be a beacon of peace, encouraging its members to live out this calling in their daily lives.

In summary, exhorting others to peace is a biblical mandate that reflects the heart of God and the teachings of Jesus. It involves active pursuit, personal example, and communal effort, all aimed at fostering harmony and unity within the body of Christ and beyond.

Torrey's Topical Textbook

Genesis 45:24
So he sent his brothers away, and they departed: and he said to them, See that you fall not out by the way.
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The Substance of Some Discourse had Between the Clerk of the Peace ...
... only end to worship the Lord, and to exhort one another ... My end in meeting with others
is simply to do as ... God hath given me, and not to disturb the peace of the ...
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Here is the Sum of My Examination Before Justice Keelin, Justice ...
... to exhort our families, it was good to exhort others; but if ... together, both to pray
to God, and to exhort one another ... And that His peace no man can take from us ...
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The God of Peace
... peace than when he seeks to make peace between others; or, when others have offended ...
you; but I wish to address you as a church, and exhort you to peace. ...
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The Treasure Hid in the Scriptures is Christ; the True Exposition ...
... up in opposition to the truth, and exhort others against the ... conduct for the
confirmation and correction of others. ... I will give thy rulers in peace, and thy ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xxvi the treasure hid in.htm

"Peace be unto You"
... They were to proclaim the gospel of peace and salvation through ... gives no liberty
for any man to pass judgment upon others. ... "Reprove, rebuke, exhort," the Lord ...
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Though in Almost Every Age There have Indeed Been in the Heathen ...
... and every evil work, he can pass away the present life in peace, and at ... they could
discover it by the light of nature, and to encourage and exhort others to do ...
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Psalm CXLVIII.
... thee: when all are exhorting each other, all are doing what they exhort others to
do ... ver.1). As though he had found things in heaven holding their peace in the ...
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Pythagoras Taught, Accordingly, that He had Himself Been ...
... the way you trumpet forth my praises, this is the way you exhort me to peace. ... of
Christians while offering up their lives to seek the life of others, and to ...
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A Relaton of the Imprisonment of Mr. John Bunyan, Minister of the ...
... only end to worship the Lord, and to exhort one another ... My end in meeting with others
is simply to do as ... God hath given me, and not to disturb the peace of the ...
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Trials of the Christian
... have care for the flesh: this is wicked, and will yield neither peace nor profit ...
it was a good duty to exhort our families, it is good to exhort others; but if ...
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