One of the most reassuring things in the Bible is the message that God has a long-term plan for the world - one which will achieve worldwide peace.
Surprisingly to some, that plan is centred on the nation of Israel but it is not just a peace plan for Israel. We can be part of it, too, if we want to be. Here are some vital aspects of God's peace plan:
- The earth will abide forever (Psalm 125:1: Ephesians 3:21);
- It was formed to be inhabited by men and women (Isaiah 45:18); and
- One day the meek will inherit the earth, as an everlasting possession (Psalm 37:11).
The Old & the New
Many people who are unsure about the Bible as a whole have a high regard for the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. They might accept what he said, without being sure about some things said elsewhere, especially in the Old Testament. Yet, Jesus made constant reference back to existing Scriptures and, by doing so, showed that he fully endorsed them and believed them absolutely...
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