Jesus is called the Prince of Peace because He restores the broken relationship between God and humanity through His atoning sacrifice.
The title 'Prince of Peace' attributed to Jesus signifies His unique authority and divine role in establishing peace and reconciliation for humanity. This title is not only a reflection of His royal status as the Son of God but also encapsulates His mission to mediate the necessary reconciliation between a holy God and sinful humanity. As prophesied in Isaiah and echoed by other Old Testament prophets, the coming Messiah was expected to carry the sins of the people and satisfy God’s justice through an atoning death.
From the outset of His ministry, Jesus fulfilled this role, and thus His work is central to our understanding of peace. In Acts 5:31, He is described as the Prince and Savior, emphasizing both His authority and the salvific aspect of His mission. Through His blood, believers receive forgiveness and the peace of conscience that comes from knowing their sins are taken away. Jesus, as the Prince of Peace, brings about an enduring peace that leads to spiritual transformation and calls His followers to be peacemakers in the world.
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