We live in a world aching for peace. Nations war against nations, neighbors turn against neighbors, and even in our churches, division often whispers louder than love. We see it in the news, on our streets, and sometimes even in our own homes and hearts. True peace feels impossible. But Jesus said something radical: “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) Jesus leaves His peace—not a fragile or circumstantial peace, but His own, Spirit-empowered, soul-restoring peace. And this peace is meant to flow through us into a world desperate for it. God created us for relationship—with Him and with one another. But sin shattered that peace, leaving fear, shame, blame, and brokenness in its place. Through the cross, Jesus came to restore what was lost: “For He Himself is our peace… His purpose was to create in Himself one new humanity… thus making peace… Through Him we both have access to the Father by one Spirit.” (Ephesians 2:14–18) His peace doesn’t just comfort us in private—it heals us publicly. It makes enemies into