And Gideon built an altar to the Lord there and named it Yahweh-Shalom (which means “the Lord is peace”). – Judges 6:24 NLT
This name in Hebrew is Yahweh-Shalom.
Steps on Your Journey to Know God More Intimately
- Peace in Hebrew is shalom, meaning peace, wellness, prosperity, health and welfare. Peace in Greek is eiraynay meaning: peace, rest and quietness.
- Look at the following verses in ESV to discover more about peace. See also Romans 15:33.
Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. – Philippians 4:9
The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. – Romans 16:20
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7
- In what areas of your life do you need more peace?
- After my fiancé died, I often struggled at night to catch my breath because of my sobbing. The Lord often reminded me of verses about peace. Over and over He said to me “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you…” (John 14:27). Eventually I fell asleep wrapped in His arms.
- Meditate on this name today. Ask God to show you how to allow Him to be your peace.
A Prayer for You
God of Peace, teach me how to rest in You more and allow You to be my peace. Give me quietness and rest. Thank You for being my peace (Ephesians 2:14).
Excerpted from The Surprising Joy of Exploring God’s Heart by Gaylyn Williams.