06/06/2026
CHRIST LIFE DEVOTION
Prophet Xavier Kale Alpha Peter
Saturday, 6th June 2026
THE MEANING OF TRUE PEACE
John 20:19-21(KJV) Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you. And when he had so said, he shewed unto them his hands and his side. Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord. Then said Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you.
The very first time the Lord Jesus appeared to His disciples after His death and resurrection, He said to them, “Peace be unto you.” This echoes the declaration made at His birth, when the angels appeared to the shepherds and proclaimed, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.” However, the Lord Jesus could not fully affirm this peace until He had completed the work of reconciliation between humanity and the Father.
This shows us the true definition of peace. True peace is not merely the absence of conflict in the world; if people are not at peace with God, there is no real peace. Through His death on the cross, Jesus Christ reconciled us to our Heavenly Father, and only then did He boldly declare, “Peace be unto you.” After speaking these words, He showed them His nail-scarred hands and His pierced side as proof. As a further assurance of this peace, He spoke to them a second time, saying, “Peace be unto you.”
This reveals that even heaven is conscious of our reconciliation with God. Therefore, when you approach God in prayer, you should do so with the awareness that you are at peace with Him. Child of God, you are not among those upon whom God will stretch out His hand to destroy. When He stretches out His hand toward you, it is to show you favor, protection, and covering. You are at peace with God, and His gracious Hand is upon you!
FURTHER STUDY
John 14:27
Colossians 1:20-22
Romans 5:1
2 Corinthians 5:18-19
CONFESSION
Heavenly Father, I thank You for the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross. Through His death and resurrection, I have been reconciled to You. I am no longer separated from You, but I am at peace with You. Lord Jesus, You declared, “Peace be unto you,” and I receive that peace today. I confess that I am at peace with God. There is no condemnation against me, for I am in Christ. Your nail-scarred hands and pierced side are the eternal proof of my redemption and reconciliation. Father, I approach You boldly, with confidence, knowing that Your hand is not against me but for me. In Jesus' name, Amen.
BIBLE READING PLAN
Today's Reading: Deuteronomy ch. 13 - 17
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