Peace on Earth

Kevin and I were driving to church on Sunday and we saw a cat and dog just walking on a lawn, side by side, like they were the best of friends.  I got to thinking that when I experience heaven I want the opportunity to go up and lie with a great, big lion.  I want to hug him and pet him.  Hold his large paw in my hand.  Seems silly to some.  I want to love on something I wasn't designed to love on here on earth.

I look forward to the day of peaceful relationships.  Relationships without strife, jealousy, competition, distrust, and discouragement.  I am not saying my relationships are like this but I have witnessed a few relationships personally and in the lives of others that are not based on loving acceptance or where one can relax with each other and experience the lovely security of "peace".  I need to ask myself if I do everything within my capability to promote peace in my home, and with those around me.  Do I do as the definition of "peace" as defined by Mirriam Webster's Dictionary?

• Do I promote a state of tranquility or quiet(ness)?
• Am I free from "disquieting" oppressive thoughts or emotions?
• Do I have harmony in my personal relations?

I want to think more about "peace" in this world of busyness, chaos, and economic strife.  I want to settle my spirit and add calmness to my demeanor.  I think this is a beauty than cannot be bought and applied.  Today is a grey and cloudy day.  There is a breeze blowing through my windows.  I have much to do but I want to take a minute to sit and reflect on the peacefulness outside my windows and pray for that calmness inside of me.

One of my mother-in-laws favorite hymns is a song about peace.  Here are the lyrics below:

 Let There Be Peace on Earth

Let there be peace on earth
And let it begin with me.
Let there be peace on earth
The peace that was meant to be.
With God as our father
Brothers all are we.
Let me walk with my brother
In perfect harmony.

Let peace begin with me
Let this be the moment now.
With every step i take
Let this be my solemn vow.
To take each moment
And live each moment
With peace eternally.
Let ther be peace on earth,
And let it begin with me.


Have a great day my friends, Anna