Colossians 3:15 Let the Peace of God Rule in Your Hearts

Colossians 3:15 (KJV)  And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. 

The word “rule” means “to preside” in the heart, as an umpire presiding in the public games, to preserve order and to ensure that prizes are distributed to the victor.

The Apostle Paul’s exhortation is that the peace of God may preside over and govern the believer’s mind, to save it from sinful disruptions and agitations.

There is a calmness and strength that faith in Christ brings to the believer’s life and this peace permeates to the body of God’s people. Amen.