Blessed are the peacemakers 

In the seventh Beatitude, Jesus showed that God has called us to be peacemakers, and has promised a reward that is beyond all comprehension. 

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God" is the seventh Bliss of Jesus Christ (Matthew 5: 9).

Being a peacemaker is not easy or simple. It requires a number of different characteristics according to God that work together.

Some of the character traits we need to be peacemakers are: being poor in spirit, lamenting for the sin and suffering of others, being meek, hungry and thirsty for justice, being merciful and clean of heart.

In short, the ability to be a peacemaker is a summary of all the previous Beatitudes. Those who internalize all of these traits and become peacemakers will receive perhaps the greatest promise in the Bible!

Blessed are the peacemakers

The way people use the term peacemaker is ironic, because they often apply it to instruments of war and violence. Whether it's the Peacemaker Colt who "conquered the West" or the Cold War-era B-36 bomber, the "peacemaker" often refers to a weapon designed to kill the enemy before he kills you. .

This is far from the definition of God. God sees the peacemaker as someone who lives in such a way that he brings peace to others. A peacemaker not only prevents conflict, he also works to achieve the greatest benefit for others.

To help bring peace to others, it is essential that peacemakers practice peace in their lives. This peace is obtained by following the just law of God. "Those who love your law have much peace, And there is no stumbling block for them" (Psalm 119: 165). Listening and obeying God gives us peace.

"When the ways of man are pleasing to the Eternal, He even makes his enemies at peace with him" (Proverbs 16: 7). Following God in a way that pleases Him will bring long-term peace.

One of the elements of God's law that works to bring peace between people is his law to deal with offenses. The letter of the law was " Thou shalt not kill" (Exodus 20:13), but Jesus, during his ministry, revealed the spirit of the law.

“But I say to you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be guilty of judgment; and anyone who says, Fool, to his brother, will be guilty before the council; and anyone who says to him: Fatuo will be exposed to hell fire. Therefore, if you bring your offering to the altar, and there you remember that your brother has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar, and go, be reconciled with your brother first, and then come and present your offering ”(Matthew 5: 22-24 )

True peace does not come only with knowledge and human effort. Both the Bible and the history books clearly show that man does not know the way of peace on his own (Romans 3:17). In order to find peace, we need help. True peace is a gift from God through His Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22).

We can receive this wonderful gift through faithful and sincere prayer. As Paul wrote: “Do not be anxious about anything, except that your requests be known before God in all prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus ”( Philippians 4: 6-7 ).

We are told that "the peace of God rule in your hearts" (Colossians 3:15). We must constantly work to have peace in our actions (James 3:18). It is our responsibility as Christians, "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men" (Romans 12:18).

Because they will be called children of God

It is to this people that God makes the most precious promise: "Blessed are the peacemakers, because they will be called children of God."

One of the defining characteristics of God is peace. He is the author of peace (1 Corinthians 14:33). Throughout the Bible he is identified as "the God of peace" (Hebrews 13:20, for example). So it makes perfect sense for your children to define themselves as peacemakers.

The Bible reveals an amazing and amazing truth: We are created to become the "sons and daughters" of God (2 Corinthians 6:18). The God of the universe created you with the express intention of taking you into your eternal family!

As incredible as it may seem, there is even more to the promise of being children of God. The children of God will inherit "all things" (Hebrews 2: 8). Peacemakers, that is, those who internalize and live according to the characteristics of the Beatitudes, bringing peace to others - will become children of God and reign as "kings and priests ... on earth" (Revelation 5 : 10).

We will rule alongside Jesus Christ, who also has the title "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9: 6). The Kingdom we are going to rule will be governed by peace (Romans 14:17).

The way of the human race

Peace is the hope of millions of people around the world, but it is something that the human race has proven incapable of achieving. Peace is the hope of millions of people around the world, but it is something that the human race has proven incapable of achieving. Frankly said, humanity does not know how to achieve peace (Isaiah 59: 8). Without God, man cannot find the way to peace despite the latest treaties, technologies or philosophies.

Instead, man inevitably seems drawn to war (Psalm 120: 6-7). As long as man refuses to follow God and follow his own carnal nature and Satan's deception, then war will reign on Earth. War, like all conflicts, begins with the different passions and lusts of man (James 4: 1-2).

Conflict within a society can take many forms — divorce, lawsuits, assassinations, political rivalries, etc. — but all of them clearly illustrate the lack of peace.

What it's like to be a peacemaker

It is clear that God expects us to be peacemakers. But what is a peacemaker really like? What are some of the details we need to know to make peace?

One of the most important things a peacemaker can do is seek peace. A peacemaker does not sit and wait for peace, but is continually seeking it while avoiding the path of evil that destroys that peace (Psalm 34:14). The people of God also cannot afford to selectively seek peace, but must "follow peace with all, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord" (Hebrews 12:14).

In Genesis 13: 8-12 we are given an excellent example of how to be a peacemaker. When the conflict arose between Abraham's shepherds and his nephew Lot's shepherds, Abraham sought peace. Instead of defending his rights as an elder and demanding things for himself, he approached Lot peacefully and willingly relented by offering Lot the best land for peace. Sometimes peace requires sacrifice. A peacemaker must be willing to suffer offenses (1 Corinthians 6: 7).

Peacemakers also avoid and eliminate sources of conflict. These are often character flaws or tendencies to sin that we regularly combat. One of these failures is the tendency to judge and condemn others, even when we are guilty of the same sin (Matthew 7: 1-5). Violence and hatred towards others is also something that a true peacemaker should avoid (Matthew 5: 43-48).

Peacemakers are also aware of the power of their words. They know that a calm word can calm a situation, while a strong and angry word can aggravate the problem (Proverbs 15: 1).

One of the best tools a peacemaker has is forgiveness. If we can forgive someone for doing us wrong, then peace is always possible.

Being a peacemaker is a demanding task that requires the correct application of the other Beatitudes. Together, all these character traits distinguish a Christian and prepare us to face what Jesus mentions in the next Beatitude, persecution.