You can't control how anyone else shows up, only how you do. Peace isn't always instant, but it is possible.
“If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.”
More verses for peace at home
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“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!”
Unity is worth hoping for - and working toward.
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“With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
Patience is love that keeps showing up.
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“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”
Making peace is holy work, even when it's slow.
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“And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.”
Love doesn't ignore the hurt - it refuses to let the hurt have the last word.
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“And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.”
Small acts of peace are seeds. They grow.
A short prayer for a family in conflict
Lord, our family is hurting and we keep hurting each other. Soften our hearts, help us listen, and show me my part in making peace. Heal what words have broken. Amen.