Any Resemblance to
Your Father?

Matthew 5:9

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the sons of God.M"

To be called the son or daughter of someone, means the one so naming you thinks you are just like that parent figure. Somehow that person sees a strong resemblance.

So? Do you mind being thought of as a child of God's?

It is in the context of being peacemakers that Jesus says we will be called sons, or daughters, of God. This implies that God is a peacemaker, and we are just like Him when we try to settle quarrels and arguments. Stop to think, are you trying to live peaceably with others, and to settle differences before they blow up into huge problems or wars?

You are probably not in politics or involved in international intrigue. We're also talking of our family and personal lives. This doesn't mean we are never at cross-purposes with anyone; the question is, do you desire and look for ways to settle the matter? It's amazing how often we do find a way to peace once we earnestly desire it.

I can think of several instances though, when I sought to bring peace to a situation, and it was only possible by some sort of sacrifice of my own time or intentions. Especially at the beginning, it has not come easily to set aside my own hurts and focus on comforting and solving the problems of someone who has just wounded me. Being a peacemaker has its costs.

Ah, but we will be known as the son or daughter of God! Jesus said so. Others will say so too. This should motivate us to really put great effort into speaking for, negotiating, and striving towards peace in any and all situations.

P.S. God tells me I am His own - does He ever tell you that? You can find out how by reading my novel, Ruthe's Secret Roses