The Peacemakers

(Matthew 5:9 NASB) “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God."

Biblical peace goes beyond a mere absence of conflict; it encompasses a deep, tranquil state that is free from rage, turmoil, and disorder. It signifies a condition of completeness, wholeness, and alignment with God's will. Throughout the Bible, peace is portrayed as a profound sense of inner assurance, where our soul rests secure in the knowledge of salvation through Christ. This peace enables us to fear nothing from God and to remain content, regardless of the challenges or circumstances we may face in life.

(Romans 5:1 NASB) “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ”

The Three Types of People: Peacebreakers, Peacekeepers, and Peacemakers

When it comes to peace, people generally fall into three categories: peacebreakers, peacekeepers, and peacemakers.

• Peacebreakers actively sow discord, chaos, and strife. Their actions often lead to division and unrest, either intentionally or through reckless behavior.

• Peacekeepers are those who try to avoid conflict at all costs, often choosing to ignore issues or passively accept situations that remain unresolved. While they may maintain outward calm, true peace is not achieved through avoidance.

• Peacemakers, however, take a proactive stance. They step into chaotic situations and work diligently to bring peace. As Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers.” These are individuals who are committed to not only loving peace but actively creating it. They strive to prevent strife, reconcile conflicting parties, foster harmony, and bring order to places of confusion and discord.

(Psalm 34:14 NASB) “Turn from evil and do good; Seek peace and pursue it.”

Partnering with Jesus in His Kingdom Work

Jesus accomplishes His Kingdom work through the partnership of ordinary believers like you and me. If you’ve ever wondered why God leads you into situations filled with chaos and disorder, it may be because He is inviting you to follow His example by creating peace where there is none. Just as Jesus brought peace to a world full of turmoil, He calls us to do the same.

The peace we receive through salvation isn’t just for us to enjoy in isolation—it is a gift meant to be shared. As peacemakers, we are tasked with extending that peace to everyone around us. We are to actively build peace in our relationships, communities, and workplaces, sharing the peace of Christ wherever we go.

(Ephesians 14:19 NASB) “So then we pursue the things which make for peace and the building up of one another.”

They Will Be Called Sons of God

Throughout Scripture, peace is intricately tied to the identity of the triune Godhead. God is consistently referred to as the source of peace, a central aspect of His nature. He is called "The Lord is Peace" (Judges 6:24), the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6), the "God of Peace" (Romans 15:33; 16:20; Philippians 4:9; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 13:20), and the "Lord of Peace" (2 Thessalonians 3:16). This divine attribute—peace—is not just something God offers; it is embedded in His very identity. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit each embody peace, establishing it as a foundational part of the Godhead's eternal nature.

(Isaiah 9:6 NASB) “For a Child will be born to us, a Son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace."

The Great Act of Peace through Jesus Christ

The most profound and transformative act of peace was demonstrated through the life and mission of Jesus Christ. Jesus, the Great Intercessor, took on the weight of our sin, chaos, and disorder to secure for us the eternal reality of “peace with God” (Romans 5:1). This title of "Great Intercessor" goes beyond His continual prayers for us; it speaks to His very nature, as He stands in our place, represents us before the Father, and reconciles us to God. Through His sacrifice, He established everlasting peace—peace that transcends circumstances and is available to all who believe.

(Romans 8:31-39 NASB) “What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who is against us? 32 He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him over for us all, how will He not also with Him freely give us all things? 33 Who will bring charges against God’s elect? God is the one who justifies; 34 who is the one who condemns? Christ Jesus is He who died, but rather, was raised, who is at the right hand of God, who also intercedes for us. 35 Who will separate us from the love of Christ? Will tribulation, or trouble, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? 36 Just as it is written: “For Your sake we are killed all day long; We were regarded as sheep to be slaughtered.” 37 But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us. 38 For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, 39 nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

(Hebrews 7:25-28 NASB) “Therefore He is also able to save forever those who come to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them. 26 For it was fitting for us to have such a high priest, holy, innocent, undefiled, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens; 27 who has no daily need, like those high priests, to offer up sacrifices, first for His own sins and then for the sins of the people, because He did this once for all time when He offered up Himself. 28 For the Law appoints men as high priests who are weak, but the word of the oath, which came after the Law, appoints a Son, who has been made perfect forever.”

Operating as Children of God: Peacemakers in Action

As believers, when we choose to be peacemakers, we are stepping into our identity as children of God and reflecting the nature of God Himself. Every time we intervene during times of chaos and disorder, sowing peace in situations that lack it, we are acting in the likeness of Christ. We are extending His intercessory work and continuing His mission as His representatives on earth.

In the prayer room, when we intercede and come into agreement with God, we are actively participating in the role of a peacemaker. Through our prayers, we acknowledge the disorder, injustice, or brokenness in a given situation or among a people group. In faith, we join with God and others in the room, seeking His will for order, justice, and peace to be established. Just as Jesus, the Great Intercessor, stood in the gap for us, we too stand in the gap for others, declaring peace in Jesus' name and working to restore the brokenness in the world around us.

Final Thoughts

Biblical peace is far more than the absence of conflict—it is the deep, abiding presence of God that fills every corner of our hearts and lives. It is the state of being aligned with God’s will, secure in His salvation, and at rest in the knowledge that we are reconciled to Him through Jesus Christ. This peace brings wholeness, order, and assurance, and is a gift meant not only for our own lives but to be shared with others.

As we embrace our identity as peacemakers, we step into the very nature of God, reflecting His peace in a world desperately in need of it. Just as Jesus, the Prince of Peace, interceded on our behalf to restore us to the Father, we too are called to intercede for others, bringing peace where there is chaos. Whether in our relationships, our communities, or our prayer rooms, we are invited to be active participants in God’s Kingdom work—working to bring about His peace and justice wherever we go.

When we choose to live as peacemakers, we are not only reflecting the nature of God but also continuing the mission of Christ Himself. Through our actions and prayers, we extend His peace, standing in the gap for a broken world, and proclaiming the transforming power of His love and peace. Let us, as children of God, carry on the family business of bringing peace to the world around us, knowing that in doing so, we fulfill our calling as sons and daughters of the Prince of Peace.