Cyprian:
"The son of peace ought to seek peace and [pursue] it. He who knows and loves the bond of charity, ought to refrain his tongue from the evil of dissension. … If we are sons of God, we ought to be peacemakers… gentle in heart, simple in speech, agreeing in affection, faithfully linked to one another in the bonds of unanimity."
Lactantius:
"Why would [the just man] carry on war and mix himself with the passions of others when his mind is engaged in perpetual peace with men? Would he be delighted with foreign merchandise or with human blood—he who does not know how to seek gain? For the Christian is satisfied with his standard of living."
Apostolic Constitutions:
"For so would our Lord have us to be truly His disciples, and never to have anything against anybody…. Draw by your instruction those who are angry, to friendship, and those who are at variance, to agreement. For the Lord says: ‘Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.’"
Question for Today
What is the most conflict ridden area of your life?
Does your own anger, dissension, or selfishness contribute to that conflict?
What characteristic of Jesus do you most need in order to promote peace in that area?
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