The Shalom of God #thevillagechurch #mattchandler #jesus

Main message: The sermon explains that biblical peace is not merely calm or the absence of conflict, but *shalom*—right relationships under Christ’s rule that promote truth, dignity, healing, and human flourishing.

Key points:

• Biblical peace means *shalom*: relationships and life ordered according to God’s design.
• Jesus blesses “peacemakers,” not people who merely keep outward control.
• Making peace means clearing the air to restore deep, God-honoring relationships.
• Biblical peace includes the absence of hostility, but it is more than that.
• It allows truth-telling without fear, confession of wrongdoing, and dignified treatment of others.
• Peace moves relationships toward healing and restoration.

Scriptures mentioned: Matthew 5:9