Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts …
Summary: Paul shows us how to solve one of life’s greatest challenges, a lack of peace. All we need is Jesus.
For some reason, this partial passage seems to cry out for a closer look, word by word. Let’s begin with the word “Let …”
In English, the word “let” is passive. When we “let” something happen, we “allow” it to take place. For example, if I “let the dog in,” I would open the door so the dog can come in. I don’t go out and chase the dog so I can drag it into the house — at least not in this situation.
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