When President Trump of the United States of America was campaigning for the presidency, one of the things he promised was to end the 3-year war between Russia and Ukraine. He guaranteed that he could end the war within 24 hours. It’s been over a month, and he is nowhere near fulfilling that promise. I am not making this statement to slight the President in any way but rather to state that no one can guarantee peace except God.

Throughout history, world leaders have promised peace through treaties, negotiations, and military interventions, but human efforts to establish lasting peace have always fallen short. Even in our personal lives, we often seek peace through financial stability, relationships, or personal achievements, yet these things are fleeting and unreliable. The only true and lasting peace comes from God.

The Bible clearly teaches that God alone is the source of true peace. Jesus Himself made this promise to His disciples:

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27, NIV)

Jesus makes a distinction between the peace He gives and the peace that the world offers. The peace of the world is temporary and circumstantial, but the peace of God is eternal and unshakable. This is because His peace is not based on external circumstances but on the unchanging nature of God Himself.

History is filled with examples of peace treaties that have failed. Consider World War I, which was dubbed "the war to end all wars." The Treaty of Versailles was signed in 1919 with the hope of ensuring long-lasting peace, yet just two decades later, the world was plunged into an even more devastating conflict—World War II. Similarly, conflicts between nations, ethnic groups, and political factions continue to arise despite diplomatic efforts to prevent them.

On a personal level, people strive for peace through wealth, success, and relationships, only to find that these things do not provide lasting fulfillment. This is why Jesus warned:

"What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?" (Mark 8:36, NIV)

The pursuit of worldly peace often leads to temporary satisfaction but leaves the soul empty. True peace is found in a relationship with God, who offers a peace that surpasses all understanding.

The prophet Isaiah spoke of the kind of peace that God grants to those who trust in Him:

"You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you." (Isaiah 26:3, NIV)

This verse highlights that peace is not just a feeling but a state of being that comes from unwavering trust in God. When we focus on Him rather than our circumstances, we experience a peace that transcends human understanding.

The Apostle Paul, while writing to the Philippians from prison, encouraged them with these words:

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7, NIV)

Paul reminds us that God’s peace is beyond human comprehension. It is a supernatural assurance that steadies our hearts and minds even in times of turmoil. This peace does not mean the absence of trouble but rather the presence of God in the midst of it. The apostles faced persecution, yet they experienced inner peace because they relied on God’s promises.

The prophecy of Isaiah concerning the coming Messiah also declares Jesus as the ultimate bringer of peace:

"For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." (Isaiah 9:6, NIV)

Jesus, the Prince of Peace, came not only to bring peace between nations but, more importantly, to reconcile us to God. Through His sacrifice on the cross, we now have peace with God:

"Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." (Romans 5:1, NIV)

This is the ultimate peace—peace that comes from knowing that our sins are forgiven and that we have eternal life in Christ. This peace is not just for this life but extends into eternity.

As believers, we are called to live in the peace that God provides. Jesus encouraged His followers to trust in Him and not be troubled by the uncertainties of life:

"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33, NIV)

This means that even when the world around us is in chaos, we can remain at peace because we are anchored in Christ. We are also called to be peacemakers, as Jesus said in the Sermon on the Mount:

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." (Matthew 5:9, NIV)

Sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ is the greatest act of peacemaking because it leads others to reconciliation with God, the ultimate source of peace.

The world will continue to seek peace through human means, but history has shown that these efforts will always fall short. True peace—peace that is lasting, unwavering, and complete—comes only from God. As believers, we are called to trust in Him, to rest in His promises, and to share His peace with a world desperately searching for it.

May we always remember that no leader, no government, and no human institution can guarantee peace. Only God can. And He has promised to do so for all who trust in Him.