1 Peter 3:10-12

For, the one who wants to enjoy life and see good days (good-whether apparent or not), Must keep his tongue free from evil and his lips from speaking guile (treachery, deceit). He must turn away from wickedness and do what is right. He must search for peace (with God, with self, with others) and pursue it eagerly.

We have so much control over peace in our lives. It matters how we react and act for our benefit and others when living a stable life. When we set out to guard our mouths and what we say, we cut off many avenues of strife. Peace isn’t going to show up at our door. It has to be pursued and practiced.