What is the opposite of peace5/8/2023 ![]() The gift of peace doesn’t mean all our problems and challenges will dissolve according to a timeline we set. True peace comes only from the Lord as a result of our righteous lives. The adversary would tempt us to put all our efforts into directions other than a righteous life in our search for peace, but if we do this we will be disappointed in the end. This is the only course that leads to that inner peace we all desire. Our best course for finding peace is to live righteously-to keep our covenants. Sometimes we become so focused on our quest for peace that we forget it is one of the fruits of a righteous life. We don’t determine the conditions upon which this gift is given. The Savior said, “My peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you” ( John 14:27). The Apostle Paul said, “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith” ( Galatians 5:22). ![]() His teachings contain the keys to living in peace individually and as a world. His Atonement makes possible the forgiveness of sins and frees people from afflictions and addictions. He has power to heal individuals and nations. Each of the threats above can be resolved by and through the Savior Jesus Christ. One of our hymns asks, “Where can I turn for peace?” 1 The ultimate answer is, “To the Prince of Peace.” Jesus Christ holds the answers for both types of peace. The other is the inner peace of the soul. One is the absence of war, turmoil, and strife among nations, groups, or individuals. The scriptures refer to two types of peace we hope for in our lives. Physical or emotional problems, pain, personal debt, addictions, fear, worry for others, and sins-either our own or someone else’s-can obstruct a peaceful outlook in our individual lives. ![]() Some threats to our peace are more individual. Earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, and other natural disasters disrupt peaceful lives, and the quakes in the economies of the world have left many struggling. ![]() War, armed conflict, and terrorism constantly take their toll somewhere in the world, and crime, gang violence, and other illegal activities affect the peace in our cities and towns. We live in a world where peace seems elusive. ![]()
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