God's Promise to His Beloved: Peace Beyond Understanding

Peace I leave with you,
My peace I give to you;
not as the world gives
do I give to you...
John 14:27

In Israel, Jews greet each other with the words “shalom, shalom”. Unlike the English word “peace”, “shalom” does not just mean peace of mind, but also wholeness for your entire being — spirit, soul and body. It means having a sense of completeness and soundness. In other words, shalom encompasses your provision, health, safety and total well—being.

When Jesus spoke to His disciples in John 14:27, He did not use the English word “peace”. He would have used the Hebrew word “shalom”, saying, “Shalom I leave with you, My shalom I give to you” Interestingly, the word “leave” here actually means “bequeath”, the way a rich man bequeaths his estate to his beneficiary. Jesus wanted His disciples to know that His peace was different from the peace that the world offers. His peace would change whatever trying circumstances that beset them.

His shalom will change all your difficult situations, bringing you from sickness, lack and mental anguish to health, provision and total wellness!

(source: Joseph Prince daily devotional)