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Inspired by:
Matthew 5:9 (Bible – New Testament)
Monsma’s Comments: The peacemakers mentioned here are offering the real lasting peace provided in Christ. The tool the believer is bringing to the earthly minded warring parties (the red masses on the sides) is the cross (center of the painting.) The cross, representing the redemptive work of Christ, is the only tool that can bring lasting peace to a tortured human race.
Putting aside personal preferences and goals, they go for the real call in their lives. In their mission, they mirror the Son of God who gave His life to provide the fallen world with peace and hope. (James 3:17, 18) "But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers sowing in peace raise a harvest of righteousness.” These blessed believers are the children of God in the likeness of the Son, who are willing ambassadors of the message of peace.
Blessed Are Those Who Work For Peace
from the BEATITUDES series
9Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.