Introducing myself to Peace

The LORD replies, 'I have seen violence done to the helpless, and I have heard the groans of the poor. Now I will rise up to rescue them, as they have longed for me to do.'

-Psalm 12:5

I thought I would start out this electronic journal with a verse that has crept upon me, grabbing my heart, and invigorating me.

God is active. He brings peace. A peace that is so complete and so alive, simple words cannot describe it. No one is left out, even the criminal, the helpless, the poor, the ill, the depressed, the worst men and women on earth.

I forget this sometimes. I stress. I lose peace within myself. But if I hope to spread that God peace to this wretched world, mustn't I first allow that same God peace into my wretched self?

This journal will, hopefully, be the narration and dialogue of a journey into peace, an ambiguous word usually reserved for Hallmark cards. But peace has power, especially when it walks with love. See the examples of MLK, Cesar Chavez, Gandhi, and most of all, Jesus.

So I invite you to come with me on this walk , for I'm sure you might have some insights, something you have seen in the scenery that I have missed. Be sure to grab your walking sticks.