Blessed are the Peacemakers

 

                 

 

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Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God. Matthew 5:9 (NKJV)

 

Have you ever wondered what a peacemaker is? “The word translated peacemakers comes from a verb meaning “to join together.” It pictures two opposing forces that are being reconciled. Peacemakers experience joy and excitement as they help others reconcile with God and with one another. ⁽¹⁾

 

Someone whose role is a peacemaker must have certain qualities that set them apart for that work. Those to whom they minister must see Jesus in them. We have peacemakers in our lives, but we sometimes don’t recognize them. One who truly is a peacemaker keeps confidences and does not hold past issues over the heads of those involved.  They never start conversations in a group with: “Why I remember when she (or he) . . .”

 

Jesus was a peacemaker. Let us all strive to be one as well.

 

(1)   Jeremiah Study Bible © 2013, David Jeremiah, Inc /study note page 1288)