Lesson 6 - A Peace Not Like the World

Paul knew from personal experience that God is the God of peace. Every need he had was met every time – whether in circumstances of need or abundance. Paul possessed the ultimate confidence that God was with him. In verse 12, he says that he has learned the secret of being content and that he found true peace. True peace comes when we do not allow our circumstances to impede our influence and activity in the kingdom. In other words, it comes when we entirely devote ourselves to God and completely depend on His resources. This is why Paul could write down the words that so many of us have memorized: I am able to do all things through Him who strengthens me. Paul understood that no matter what came upon him, good or bad, persecution or abundant blessing, he would be given the strength to fulfill God’s purposes.