Advent Devotional – Week 2, Day 3: Peace with God
Romans 5:1
“Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Reflection
The ultimate source of human anxiety is separation from God. Before we can have the inner peace of a calm heart (Day 1) or the guarding peace of a quiet mind (Day 2), we must first have peace with God. This foundational peace is not something we earn through good deeds or spiritual effort; it is a gift freely given through faith in Jesus Christ.
The Advent story is the story of reconciliation: God sending His Son to bridge the gap created by sin. Because of Jesus, the hostility is removed, the barrier is broken, and we are brought into a right, loving relationship with our Creator. This profound, accomplished peace with God is the wellspring from which all other peace flows. Rest in your reconciled status today.
The Advent story is the story of reconciliation: God sending His Son to bridge the gap created by sin. Because of Jesus, the hostility is removed, the barrier is broken, and we are brought into a right, loving relationship with our Creator. This profound, accomplished peace with God is the wellspring from which all other peace flows. Rest in your reconciled status today.
Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, thank You for establishing peace between God and me. I celebrate the peace of forgiveness and justification that I have through Your sacrifice. Help me to live today from this place of secure, lasting reconciliation. Amen.
Questions for Reflection
- What does it mean to you that you are justified (declared righteous) by faith?
- How does knowing you have peace with God change your outlook on difficult relationships with others?
- Spend a moment resting in the certainty of your right standing with God. How does that feeling of security affect your mind?
Encouragement for the Week
The greatest gift of Advent is not simply the peace of God, but peace with God.
(Part of “Rediscovering the Wonder: An Advent Devotional” – Week 2: Peace.)
(Part of “Rediscovering the Wonder: An Advent Devotional” – Week 2: Peace.)
Posted in Advent 2025