Vietnam Evangelical Covenant Church – What the world gives us is only temporary, but what the kingdom of heaven gives is eternal. Do not be shaken or discouraged, for we know what we have and where we are going!
Everything the world gives us, from money and fame to health, will pass away. Only the eternal peace God gives in His kingdom can never be taken away. These ten Bible verses help us see life today through the eyes of eternity. Scripture quotations are from the Berean Standard Bible (BSB).
10 Bible Verses About Eternal Peace
1. “But the saints of the Most High will receive the kingdom and possess it forever—yes, forever and ever.” (Daniel 7:18)
2. “Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.” (Matthew 24:35)
3. “But as surely as God is faithful, our message to you is not “Yes” and “No.” For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, whom Silvanus, Timothy, and I proclaimed among you, was not “Yes” and “No,” but in Him it has always been “Yes.” For all the promises of God are “Yes” in Christ. And so through Him, our “Amen” is spoken to the glory of God.” (2 Corinthians 1:18–20)
4. “For though we live in the flesh, we do not wage war according to the flesh. The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the world. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We tear down arguments and every presumption set up against the knowledge of God; and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” (2 Corinthians 10:3–5)
5. “I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, and the surpassing greatness of His power to us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of His mighty strength, which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age, but also in the one to come. And God put everything under His feet and made Him head over everything for the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.” (Ephesians 1:18–23)
6. “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be apparent to all. The Lord is near. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:4–7)
7. “Therefore, since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us be filled with gratitude, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.” (Hebrews 12:28)
8. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8)
9. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you.” (1 Peter 1:3–4)
10. “But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear what they fear; do not be shaken.” But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect.” (1 Peter 3:14–15)
Living With Eternal Peace Today
Eternal peace is not only something we wait for after we leave this world. Scripture tells us that whoever believes in Jesus already has eternal life now, and that peace begins the moment we are reconciled to God. So even when today brings many worries, believers have solid ground to stand on.
When we know what we have and where we are going, we no longer cling to passing things. We can be more generous with money, more patient in trials and more courageous in witnessing about the Lord. Peter urges us always to be ready to give a reason for the hope in our hearts, with gentleness and respect.
A practical way to keep your heart in eternal peace is to choose one verse from the list, write it down and place it where you will often see it. Whenever you worry, read it again and remind yourself that God’s Word remains forever, even when heaven and earth pass away.
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Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us eternal peace in Jesus. Keep our hearts from clinging to passing things, and turn them toward Your kingdom so that we live faithfully every day. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Article: Đài Trang
Adapted from: ChristianToday.com
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