Before we knew Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, our lives were full of godlessness. We had self seeking ways and stubborn unrepentant hearts (Romans 1:18; 2:5,8). Like our strife filled world, we clamored for peace and tried to find it, but our efforts failed. When we came to faith in the Savior, all of that changed. We were rescued from the dominion of darkness and brought into Christ ‘s kingdom (Colossians 1:13). Everyone of our sins, past, present and future were forgiven. Divine justice was satisfied by Christ’s sacrifice and God’s wrath on us removed. We become a new creation, washed clean by Jesus’ blood (2 Corinthians 5:17). Now that sin’s power over us has been broken, we become members of God’s family (Romans 5:10). God sent His Holy Spirit to be our personal guide in this new life, helping each of us to experience God’s peace. We also can look forward to an eternity spent in Heaven, where righteousness, tranquility and joy abound (Colossians 14:17). The story of the prodigal son’s return is a picture of our reconciliation with the Lord ( Luke 15: 11-32). Our unity with our Heavenly Father came at a great price, the sacrifice of His only Son. Christ gave His life for us so that we can be reconciled to God (Colossians 1:20). As Christians, our lives should testify that Jesus is the source of our peace. Do our lives communicate this message? – Colossians 1:15-20