Peace, Joy & Righteousness: God's Gifts to You

THE KINGDOM OF GOD is righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. These things are not material or circumstantial. (Romans 14:17)

Have you been struggling with the weight of worldly responsibilities, worrying about the future, or feeling the pressure God's call to leadership? Finding the place of peace is possible.

Jesus said, "These words I have spoken to you that in me you might have peace. In the world you will have trouble, but be of good cheer for I have overcome the world." (John 16:33)

Eternal issues are serious and not to be taken lightly, but many Christians do not realize that "Joy is the serious business of heaven". C.S Lewis, Letters to Malcolm

Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness... (Matthew 6:33)

First priority Seek the kingdom of God. The King has dominion or authority over the hearts of people who are surrendering to Him. And seek God's righteousness. Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled. (Matthew 5:6)

Righteousness is a mysterious religious sounding word. Yet it is the essence of the kingdom, a gift from God to you. The words righteousness and righteous appear 540 times in the Bible. We will unpack it in Chapter Three.