Introduction: How are these two interconnected? PEACE, and THANKSGIVING? Let’s examine this devotional thought.

“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful” (Col. 3:15).

Did you notice that “PEACEFUL and THANKFUL” go together? Simply put:
We have PEACE when we are THANKFUL, and we are THANKFUL when we have PEACE!

1. PEACEFUL and THANKFUL! (Col 3:15)

“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.”

When PEACE is “ruling” in our hearts then we are going to be THANKFUL! Is our Lord’s PEACE ruling and over ruling in your heart? Is it ever ruling?

Interesting that the word “rule” is βραβεύω,(brab-yoo’-o), which means to act as umpire. Wow! It also has the connotation to act as arbiter in the games, to arbitrate. The word arbitrate pictures an independent person that intervenes to reach a settlement. With that said, do you see it? While living in a world of chaos and confusion, God’s PEACE that passes understanding (Phil 4:6,7) guards (rules) both our hearts and minds in Jesus Christ. Choose this today.

2. THANKFUL and PEACEFUL! (Col 3:15)

“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.”

The word “thankful” is εὐχάριστος, (yoo-khar’-is-tos), which simply means thankful, grateful.

Are you THANKFUL? The PEACE of God breeds THANKFULNESS. But at the same time, THANKSGIVING to God brings the PEACE of God.