No Justice, No Peace?!?!
In the last few weeks, America has been experiencing civil unrest. This unrest was mainly sparked after the unjust killing of Mr. George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota on May 25th, 2020 as a result of a white police officer kneeling on Floyd's neck for almost 9 minutes. The whole world heard about this killing (and other killings involving blacks) and then, protests and riots started happening across the country.
This blog post will not delve into the deep issues of racism, police brutality, injustice, or anything of that nature. This post will shine a light on a chant that isn't new: "No Justice, No Peace!" Many times when protestors march or protest, they chant these words. This chant has been around since the 1980s after an incident involving a white youth mob that attacked four black friends. So, can people actually obtain true peace just from justice being served? And what about if justice isn't served at all, or if it's not served the way we want; does that mean, we live with unrest for the rest our lives? Let's shed light on it!
In this world, people have been searching, hoping, and crying out for peace. Often times, we think peace comes from having no conflict, no war, or no problems. But the truth is, we can have peace during chaos or unrest. You might be saying "how is that possible?" Well, Jesus makes it possible! Let's see what He says about peace.
Jesus told us that "in the world, you will have tribulation (i.e. distress, suffering from oppression, or persecution), but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world" (John 16:33) 👏👏👌👌👍👍 The first truth is that in life, there will be problems. We cannot hide from that! God knew there would be stress and suffering but He encourages us to be cheerful and have a good attitude despite what is going on. The second truth is that we can have peace because Jesus has overcome the world. When people chant "No Justice, No Peace", they are actually declaring that if all doesn't turn out the way they want, they will not rest, they will not sleep, or they will not have peace. This isn't what God wants for us!
Jesus gives true peace! In Him, we (followers, disciples of Christ) have true peace- I can testify to that 👌👌👏👏👍👍 There were plenty of times when chaos and confusion were going on around me or in my life but I still experienced the peace of God in my heart and soul. His peace surpasses all understanding. It's beyond human comprehension! His peace can calm any storm that you may be experiencing. Do you desire that kind of peace? That God-kind of peace? It's not the temporary peace the world is looking for. In actuality, the world is searching for peace but they can't find it because they have chosen not to invite God in their situation. We must not only seek peace but we must pursue it; go after it (1 Peter 3:11).
Jesus himself left His peace with us! (John 14:27) People have been looking for peace in many different ways and in many different places when Jesus has already given us His peace! Stop looking for peace in the justice system and look to God. He is the ultimate just Judge. We can ALWAYS trust His judgment! God is the author (the source, originator/creator) of peace, not confusion (1st Corinthians 14:33). He provides all the peace we need to get through every situation and difficulty. Trust me, I can testify to that 👌👌. We must look upwardly, so we can experience peace inwardly!
Peace must guide our feet, wherever we go! Wear peace like a shoe and it will never leave you unless you take it off. Jesus wants to guide our feet into the way of peace, as mentioned in Zacharias' Prophecy for his son John in the Book of Luke Chapter 1 verse 79.
No Jesus, No Peace!
Know Jesus, Know Peace!
Shalom.
Listen to the song below and may you experience in your soul!
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