The night Jesus was born, angels lit up the sky singing their praises. Currently, we continue the praise by singing hymns, some of the same words the angels sang, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” (Luke 2:14).

And all the people shouted with a great shout when they praised the Lord.

Ezra 3:11

With today’s news, you may wonder where the peace is. It certainly doesn’t seem like it’s on Earth. Jesus predicted that in the end times there would be “wars and rumors of wars” (Matthew 24:6). The peace the Bible talks about is a spiritual peace found in Christ. Jesus came to minister reconciliation between God and man. Paul exhorts believers not to worry, but pray with thanksgiving “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7).

Do you have peace even during troubled times? Ask God to seal that peace in your heart through Christ. This year, sing Christmas carols with joy and thanksgiving. Pray for the spiritual peace of the people of this nation and the world – and look with renewed anticipation to the day when God will put all things right.

Recommended Reading: I Thessalonians 4:9-18