Philippians 4:7 … Enveloped by the Peace of God (10/23/16)
“And the Peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,
will envelop your Hearts.” ~ Paul (Philippians 4:7)
While Paul probably intended this verse to be an uplifting encouragement to his followers who were feeling doubtful or depressed; while he probably intended these words to have those others focusing on some celestial benefit that would “come from above” to ease their pain if they did as he said &/or believed as he believed, there is a much deeper Meaning at play here – a Meaning much more in alignment with the teachings of Jesus Christ – a Meaning that is better communicated to those who are in pain or afraid of pain than to those who are merely depressed or in doubt – a Meaning that provides in-Courage-ment more than mere encouragement – a Meaning that calls for others to boldly reach out to their neighbors with acts of unconditional Love, rather than wait passively by in the hope of being rewarded for their feeble, self-focused acts of “devout” worship.
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