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which makes for our highest good.
The world’s approach to peace is
avoidance of trouble and a refusal to
face unpleasant things. Jesus offers
the peace which conquers our fears
and anxieties. Nothing can take us from the peace and joy of Jesus Christ. No sorrow
or grief, no danger, no suffering can make it less. Jesus also speaks of his destination
and ultimate triumph over the powers of evil in the world. In the eyes of the world the
cross stood for shame, humiliation, and defeat. Jesus went to the cross knowing that it
would lead to victory over the powers of sin and Satan. Jesus also knew that he would
return to his Father in glory. The cross brought glory to Jesus and to the Father and it
is our way to glory as well. In the Cross of Christ we find true peace and reconciliation
with God. Do you live in the peace of Jesus Christ?
P
RAYER
Lord, may your peace be always with me. May no circumstance, trouble, or vexation
rob me of the peace which passes all understanding. You, alone, O Lord, are my Peace.
May I always reside in that peace by believing your word and by doing your will.
PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT
Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit,
that my thoughts may all be holy.
Act in me, O Holy Spirit,
that my work, too, may be holy.
Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit,
that I love but what is holy.
Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit,
to defend all that is holy.
Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit,
that I always may be holy.
Amen
St Augustine
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