Peacemaker Wisdom is a series of blog posts that will takea360-degreelook at keys to interacting with others from a biblical perspective. This 360-degreelook will help each of us handle conflict or tension in life with actions that are glorifyingto God. Subscribe to this blog today. Let’s look at our first one.
Ephesians 4:1–3 (NASB95)
"1 Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3 being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."
Peacemaker Wisdom #1 of 360:
Watch your walk.
Watching the Path of your feet is very important. Look at thiswisdom from proverbs:
Proverbs 4:26–27 (NASB95) 26“Watch the path of your feet and all your ways will be established. 27Do not turn to the right nor to the left; Turn your foot from evil.”
The Path of a Peacemaker is a relationally wise path that has been established for centuries. Let’s look at sixeasily measurable qualities to exercising wisdom in our relationships. Take your time and truly evaluate yourself.
Peacemaker Wisdom #1 of 360:
Walk worthy.
Ephesians 4:1–3 (NASB95)
”1Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Prayer:Heavenly Father help me clearly see if I am walking in a way that isworthy of the workthat you have called me to. I want to glorify andhonor you. In Jesus’ nameAmen.
Measure:
Application: Write down some practical actions, behaviors that you can begin to build into your life to walk in a way that isworthy of God’s calling in your life.
Peacemaker Wisdom #1 of 360:
Walk humbly.
Ephesians 4:1–3 (NASB95)
”1Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2with all humilityand gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Prayer:Heavenly Father,help me clearly see if I am filled with pride. I desire humility. I desire to glorify you. In Jesus’ nameAmen.
Measure:
Application: Write down some practical actions, behaviors that you can begin to build into your life to show humility in your relationships.
Peacemaker Wisdom #1 of 360:
Walk gently.
Ephesians 4:1–3 (NASB95)
” 1Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Prayer:Heavenly Father,help me clearly see if I am walking in gentleness. I desire to glorify you. In Jesus’ nameAmen.
Measure:
Application: Write down some practical actions, behaviors that you can begin to build into your life to be gentler.
Peacemaker Wisdom #1 of 360:
Walk patiently.
Ephesians 4:1–3 (NASB95)
” 1Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Prayer:Heavenly Father,help me clearly see if I am interacting in impatience or in patience. In Jesus’ name Amen.
Measure:
Application: Write down some practical actions, behaviors that you can begin to build into your life to be more patient.
Peacemaker Wisdom #1 of 360:
Walk showing tolerance.
“Ephesians 4:1–3 (NASB95) 1Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Prayer:Heavenly Father,help me clearly see if I am intolerant of others differences. Help me to notset myself up as God. Help me to respect others differences. In Jesus’name Amen.
Measure:
Application: Write down some practical actions, behaviors that you can begin to build into your life to walk worthy of God’s calling in your life.
Peacemaker Wisdom #1 of 360:
Walk diligently.
“1Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, 2with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, 3being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Prayer:Heavenly Father,help me to be diligent in preservingthe unity of the Spirit in the bondof peace. In Jesus’ nameAmen.
Measure:
Application: Write down some practical actions, behaviors that you can begin to build into your life to diligently preservethe unity of the Spirit. To walk worthy of God’s calling in your life.
Thank youfor taking the time to measure and build wisdom into each of your relationships. Let us know your story of how God is changing your life and bringing peace into your relationships. Email your story to me at mystory@peacemaker.training
Now go out in peace, live in peace, and make peace.
P. Brian Noble
