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How do we know that God values peacemaking?

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We know God values peacemaking because Scriptural teachings, including Matthew 5:9, show it as a key characteristic of His followers and reflect His own nature.

God's value on peacemaking is evident throughout Scripture, particularly in the teaching of Jesus in Matthew 5:9, stating, 'Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.' This not only signifies the importance placed on peace but also connects peacemaking directly to our identity in Christ. The promise of being called children of God indicates that peacemakers represent God’s character, which is inherently peaceful and seeks reconciliation with humanity.

Additionally, passages such as James 3:17 highlight that wisdom from above is 'peaceable, gentle, and willing to yield.' This underscores that peace is integral to the wisdom God imparts to His people. The Apostle Paul in Romans 14:19 and 1 Thessalonians 5:13 further reinforces this by encouraging believers to seek what promotes peace among themselves and to live in harmony. Through these teachings, the biblical narrative encapsulates that God not only values peacemaking but commands it as essential for flourishing in our relationships, both with Him and with one another.

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