Ephesians 1:9-10

He made known to us the mystery of His will according to His good pleasure, which He purposed in Christ, with regard to the fulfillment of the times (that is, the end of history, the climax of the ages) to bring all things together in Christ, things in heaven and things on the earth.  

The plan of salvation has always been the goal. God sent Jesus for our salvation to save us and warn us of what is to come in the end.   God will always warn His people and takes care of His people right up to the end. God will bring all things together in heaven and earth through Jesus.

Ephesians 1:3

Blessed and worthy praise be the God and father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms in Christ.  

God set up our redemption through Jesus Christ to open unto us the heavenly realm. The barrier between God and His people no longer exists. We have spiritual blessings in the heavenly realms with Christ. When we take hold of God’s promises, we will see the blessings fulfilled in our lives.

2 Chronicles 14:6-7

Nation was crushed by nation, and city by city, for God troubled them with every kind of distress. But as for you, be strong and do not lose courage, for there is a reward for your work.  

We will be rewarded for remaining faithful to God. Yes, it will take work, time, and effort but God will strengthen us as we move forward. When the nations are troubled, keep standing on the word! God is our courage and strength and keeps us safe.  

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love (dread does not exist). But perfect (complete, full-grown) love drives out fear, because fear involves (the expectation of divine) punishment, so the one who is afraid (of God’s judgment) is not perfected in love (has not grown into a sufficient understanding of God’s love).

Love based on the knowledge and understanding of the love of God does not fear. Fear is being persuaded that what God says about His promises to us is false. We must have the courage to trust the Lord no matter the circumstance. And we can do that when we truly trust God’s love and His word. 

Galatians 5:22

But the fruit of the Spirit (the result of His presence within us) is love (unselfish concern for others) joy, (inner) peace, patience (not the ability to wait, but how we act while waiting), kindness, goodness, faithfulness.  

Sometimes a list like this will convict us of our failures, but today, it is a list of possibilities for success. We don’t have to do this alone, but God inside will help us develop. With God inside us, we can learn to walk in love and have joy. We can be patient and kind as we tap into the Spirit of God.  

Philippians 4:9

The things which you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things (in daily life), and the God (who is the source) of peace and well-being will be with you.   

Faith and believing the promises of God take practice. Most of us didn’t attend bible school and understanding faith and how God works takes study. Training builds up spiritual muscle and takes time and willingness to trust God’s word even when we fail. God is the source of well-being and will be with us and guide us through all. 

John 16:33

I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have (perfect) peace. In the world you have tribulation and distress and suffering, but be courageous (be confident, be undaunted, be filled with joy); I have overcome the world. (My conquest is accomplished, My victory abiding.)

We should study the Bible and keep our minds renewed to the point that when a problem comes our way, our first thought is, “God already has the answer to that!” We never let fear in and let faith in the promises of God act on our behalf. Our courage increases when we know we have the answer. It is essential to remind ourselves that Jesus defeats the enemy.

Proverbs 20:3

It is an honor for a man to keep away from strife (by handling situations with thoughtful foresight), but any fool will (start a) quarrel (without regard for the consequences).

When we seek to keep peace in our lives, we will handle discussions with more equity. We know that quarrels are peace killers and lead to more strife. Communication is the key when it comes to expectations in any situation. How we deal with others in quarrels will leave a lasting memory, good or bad.  

Isaiah 26:3-4

You will keep in perfect and constant peace the one whose mind is steadfast (that is committed and focused on You-in both inclination and character), because he trusts and takes refuge in You (with hope and confident expectation). Trust (confidently) in the Lord forever (He is your fortress, your shield, your banner), for the Lord God is an everlasting Rock.

Our minds can be a battlefield if we don’t guard our thoughts. The enemy will send darts where we have weakness and cause faith to falter if allowed. Perfect and constant peace comes from our reliance on God and His direction in the word. God is more than a symbol for us but our shield and fortress, and God genuinely want to help us keep the peace.  

Psalm 34:13-14

Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking deceit. Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.  

We exercise our authority in our lives by what comes out of our mouths. If we think evil, we will speak evil and work toward deceit which robs us of our peace. Peace comes to our lives because we pursue what is good and holy. Peace is something we must pursue by controlling our thoughts and avoiding evil.