“Pursuing Peace”

People chase the American Dream—financial independence, superb health, professional success—hoping to obtain “the good life” those things promise. But what if the pursuit of happiness leads elsewhere? In our series The Good Life, we’ll examine the Beatitudes of Jesus—his announcement of good news to a hurting world—and discover the life blessed by God.

Pray for a peacemaker. Maybe you have a broken relationship and long for peace, but you feel like you’ve exhausted all your options. Take some time this week to pray for a true companion who might be able to help bring reconciliation.

Be a peacemaker. Peacemakers are not easily offended, they aren’t defensive, and they know how to hold their tongue. They are good listeners and can empathize even when they don’t agree.

Be someone’s peacemaker. Maybe you will be able to bring two people together by being a true companion.

Equip yourself for peacemaking. Learn to resolve conflict with grace and peace.

Read or memorize Hebrews 12:14

Book Recommendations:
– Crucial Conversations, this book will give you the tools you need to have conversations when the stakes are high.
– How to Have That Difficult Conversation by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend, This book gives practical advice on how to handle confrontation.
– Everybody Wins by Gary Chapman, This book will teach you how to listen empathetically and respect the opinion of your spouse.