“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” (Matthew 5:9 NIV)
Yesterday we wrote about making Friday a feast day, encouraging us to dwell on God’s word to the point that we were filled for that day. If we responded positively to the appropriate admonition, all of our weekends got off to a good start. Well, how do we keep it going this Saturday morning? Let me tell you by staying on a “Make This Day” theme. Of course, I want you to make it a God conscious day! And not only you, but those around you. But specifically, on this day, let us commit to making this Saturday a peace day!
Oh, for certain you are not one that I have to be concerned about being a person who will disregard the plea in our cities and communities for peace in the streets. Certainly, you are not one of the people I have to be troubled in my mind about joining the growing number of people who believe that gun violence is a viable option to settling disputes or just disturbing the peace. However, I am definitely sure that you, as well as me, can contribute to the effort to make this Saturday a day of peace.
How so? You can show love to your brothers and sisters in the Lord, as well as those who need to come and know Christ as their Savior. You can let God’s peace be displayed in your actions, reactions, and every fraction of the expressions that shall be released by your tongue. You can avoid always having to have it right, have the last word, or act as if you have need to gain a feeling of self-worth to bolster your self-esteem. As someone close and dear to me shared an example of righteous behavior, you can stay alert to make sure that your words are not criticism, but rather constructive input spoken in a way that is kindly received. Are you still asking, “How so?” Are you still asking, “How can I make this Saturday a peace day? Here is my challenge; just being honest about it. Continue to be kind and considerate towards the customer service person who is rude and rarely looks at you face-to-face when they ask in a gruff voice, and an anger stimulating tone, “Can I help you?” Don’t be on the other end of, “Don’t start none, won’t be none.” No! You strive to maintain peace. Since I asked students who attend faithfully attend my Bible Study classes to share something from this week’s lesson, let me, as the teacher, do what I asked them to do. In the first chapter of Luke, specifically Luke 1: 18 where Zacharias, the father of John the Baptist, is speaking to God’s sent messenger, the angel Gabriel. Zacharias chooses his words carefully when he says, “How shall I know this for certain? For I am an old man, and my wife is advanced in years.” His wife, Elizabeth is nowhere near, but he chooses his words carefully, and does not refer to her as an old lady. She was just “advanced in years.” Just think how Elizabeth would have felt if Zacharias did not choose his words carefully! Choose your words carefully and bring about peace wherever you go. And remember words travel fast and as they travel, they get twisted, turned, and sometimes end up coming out worst. That’s not going to bring about peace!
Go and have a peaceful Saturday. Maybe I will continue the “Make This Day” theme tomorrow on the Lord’s Day! Share this meditation with a couple of people, alright? At least send the link below to them so they can join us in making this Saturday a day of peace. Let the words below inspire you. Be blessed!
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” (Luke 2:14 NIV)
Still committed to the climb,
Mark L. King