"'If possible, as far as it depends upon you, be peaceable with all men.'—Rom. 12:18.
Peace—an aspect of the spirit’s fruitage—is a state of tranquillity and freedom from disturbance. Our heavenly Father is the God of peace, and we are given the assurance: “Jehovah himself will bless his people with peace.” (Ps. 29:11; 1 Cor. 14:33) Jesus told his disciples: “I leave you peace, I give you my peace.” (John 14:27) How would that help his followers? The peace that Jesus gave his disciples calmed their hearts and minds and allayed their fears. Especially did they have peace when they received the promised holy spirit. (John 14:26) Under the spirit’s influence and in answer to our prayers today, we enjoy the incomparable “peace of God,” which puts our heart and mind at rest. (Phil. 4:6, 7) Moreover, Jehovah’s spirit helps us to be calm and peaceable with fellow believers and others.—1 Thess. 5:13. w07 7/15 2:11, 12"
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