Finding Peace in God's Word

Peace is a profound and deeply sought-after state of being that many strive to achieve amidst the challenges and trials of life. The Bible offers numerous passages that speak directly to the peace that God provides—a peace that surpasses all understanding and guards our hearts and minds. This divine peace is not just the absence of conflict but a presence of tranquility that can only come from a close relationship with God. It is a state of wholeness and completeness, offered to those who trust in Him, even in the midst of turmoil.

In times of anxiety, worry, or unrest, turning to God’s Word can provide comfort and reassurance. Scripture is filled with promises of peace for those who seek God and rely on His strength. These verses remind us that true peace is found not in external circumstances but in the presence of God, who is our refuge and strength. As you explore these passages, may you find the peace that only God can give, filling your heart and mind with His calming presence.

Key Verses on Peace

Isaiah 26:3 – "Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee."
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Philippians 4:6-7 – "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."
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John 14:27 – "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."
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Psalm 29:11 – "The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace."
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Colossians 3:15 – "And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful."
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Romans 15:13 – "Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost."
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Matthew 11:28-30 – "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
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2 Thessalonians 3:16 – "Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all."
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Proverbs 16:7 – "When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him."
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Isaiah 32:17 – "And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever."
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Psalm 85:8 – "I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let them not turn again to folly."
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John 16:33 – "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world."
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Psalm 119:165 – "Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them."
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Isaiah 9:6 – "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace."
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Romans 8:6 – "For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace."
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Galatians 5:22 – "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith."
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Hebrews 12:14 – "Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord."
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Numbers 6:24-26 – "The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace."
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Psalm 4:8 – "I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety."
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Isaiah 53:5 – "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed."
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Romans 5:1 – "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ."
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Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."
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Isaiah 54:10 – "For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee."
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1 Peter 3:11 – "Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it."
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James 3:18 – "And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace."
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Isaiah 55:12 – "For ye shall go out with joy, and be led forth with peace: the mountains and the hills shall break forth before you into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands."
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Psalm 34:14 – "Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it."
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Romans 14:19 – "Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another."
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Psalm 37:37 – "Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace."
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Isaiah 48:18 – "O that thou hadst hearkened to my commandments! then had thy peace been as a river, and thy righteousness as the waves of the sea."
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1 Corinthians 14:33 – "For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints."
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Isaiah 52:7 – "How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth!"
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Psalm 55:18 – "He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battle that was against me: for there were many with me."
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Isaiah 57:19 – "I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to him that is far off, and to him that is near, saith the LORD; and I will heal him."
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Psalm 85:10 – "Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other."
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Isaiah 26:12 – "LORD, thou wilt ordain peace for us: for thou also hast wrought all our works in us."
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Psalm 119:165 – "Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them."
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Jeremiah 33:6 – "Behold, I will bring it health and cure, and I will cure them, and will reveal unto them the abundance of peace and truth."
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Isaiah 41:10 – "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."
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Zechariah 8:19 – "Thus saith the LORD of hosts; The fast of the fourth month, and the fast of the fifth, and the fast of the seventh, and the fast of the tenth, shall be to the house of Judah joy and gladness, and cheerful feasts; therefore love the truth and peace."
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Ephesians 2:14 – "For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us."
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Psalm 147:14 – "He maketh peace in thy borders, and filleth thee with the finest of the wheat."
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2 Corinthians 13:11 – "Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you."
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James 3:17 – "But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy."
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Isaiah 32:18 – "And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places."
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Matthew 5:9 – "Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
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