The Peace That Is Already Within: Finding the Stillness in a Troubled World
For ages, people have been trying to find peace through external means—diplomacy, treaties, politics, and even balancing weapons. But let's be real—history has shown us time and again that these efforts might give a bit of a breather, but they don't stick. True, lasting peace isn’t something we can manufacture; it’s a gift of divine Grace, something that lives within each of us.
What Does "My Peace" Really Mean?
Here’s the deal: true peace is on a whole different level than the peace the world talks about. Jesus said it best: "My peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you." The world’s idea of peace might mean quiet or taking a break from conflict, but it doesn’t guarantee lasting contentment.
Spiritual peace, on the other hand, comes from Grace. It’s like this calm, steady energy that bubbles up from deep inside you, no matter what’s happening around you. It’s a forever kind of peace, and when you tap into it, things like health, abundance, and harmony just naturally follow. It’s about reaching a higher level of awareness where you can truly say, "My grace is sufficient for thee."
Finding Peace Through Stillness
The secret to finding this peace isn’t about pushing or forcing—it’s all about stillness. The Infinite Way teaches us that chasing peace outside ourselves is a dead end. Instead, we’ve got to look inward, where the answers are already waiting. This means taking time for introspection, meditation, and just connecting with yourself.
Meditation is all about quieting the chatter in your mind, letting go of all the racing thoughts and judgments, and opening yourself up to a deeper connection with Spirit. When you’re looking for help, it’s as simple as sitting quietly, finding that sense of calm, and letting Christ-peace flow in. No mental gymnastics or fancy affirmations—just being still and knowing that everything you need is already here, complete and fulfilled.
Why Fighting Back Doesn't Work
A big part of finding true peace is learning not to fight against the bad stuff. The mystical path teaches us to let go of the struggle and stop engaging in conflict altogether. Trying to fix the world's problems with more fighting just doesn’t cut it.
Instead, spiritual practice is about taking the power away from all those external things—whether it’s money, illness, storms, or wars. The root of the world’s chaos is this belief in a constant battle of good versus evil. When we buy into that, we just keep the cycle going. The real solution is to stop personalizing these struggles, see them as powerless illusions, and rest in the truth that God is the only true power. When we let go of the whole good vs. evil fight, the material world loses its grip on us.
Making Peace a Reality
Here’s the thing: peace starts with you. When one person truly gets it—when they realize that peace comes from understanding God’s presence—it starts to ripple out. Eventually, that individual peace can grow into national and even global peace. It’s not about treaties or wins and losses; it’s about giving up the whole idea of conflict altogether.
This shift happens when we see the bigger picture—the oneness of spiritual truth. When we really grasp that "I and my Father are one," we start to feel connected to everyone and everything. That connection breaks down all the barriers—no more judging or labeling people as enemies or friends. It’s all about loving your neighbor as yourself, plain and simple.
When you spend time in stillness and inner communion, you become a little beacon of peace, quietly sharing God’s grace with the world. Even though it’s not something you can see, this spiritual work is always reshaping human consciousness, paving the way for real, lasting peace. And the best part? This peace isn’t something you hoard—it’s meant to be shared, spreading to everyone, everywhere.
