40. Need More Peace? A Simple Habit to Notice When Peace Is Missing

Habits of Hope: Cultivating a Deeper Life with God

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Welcome to the first episode of our Habits of Peace Summer Series—short, soul-reset solo episodes to help you pause, breathe, and reconnect with God.

If life feels loud, rushed, or heavy, peace can seem far away. In this kickoff episode, we’re talking about the kind of peace that can’t be manufactured—and how one small habit can help you notice when it’s missing and begin to receive what Jesus already gave. This summer, we’re pressing pause to make space for God’s steady, unshakable peace—one habit at a time.

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💡 Habit of Hope:

Pause and ask:

• “Where is peace missing in my heart right now?”
• “Jesus, what kind of peace are You offering me today?”

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Peace is not something you earn—it’s something you receive.
• The world’s peace is temporary, but Jesus offers peace that lasts.
• In the Bible, peace isn’t just the absence of conflict—it’s the presence of Christ and the wholeness God brings.
  → Eirēnē (Greek) reflects the peace of Christ—tranquil, steady, and rooted in His presence.
  → Shalom (Hebrew) speaks of total well-being, harmony, and wholeness in every part of life.
• Noticing when peace is absent is the first step to receiving the peace of Christ.

📌 Memorable Quotes:

“Peace isn’t something you create. Peace is something you receive.”
– Ginger Harrington“You don’t have to earn peace. Jesus already gave it.”
– Ginger Harrington“Peace begins with noticing—and receiving what Christ has already given.”
– Ginger Harrington

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

If you’ve ever felt unsettled, spiritually tired, or emotionally overwhelmed—even in a season that’s supposed to feel restful—this episode will meet you with honesty, truth, and a gentle invitation to reconnect with God’s peace.

✨ Don’t Miss:

• The powerful context of John 14:27—peace offered before the cross
• The truth about counterfeit peace (and why it never lasts)
• A moment of personal reflection that shows how noticing peace can change everything

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Chapters

1. Welcome to Summer Peace Series (00:00:00)

2. Why Summer Doesn’t Always Feel Peaceful (00:01:20)

3. The Truth About Peace: It’s Not Earned (00:03:45)

4. About John 14:27: Peace Offered Before Trouble Arrived (00:04:55)

5. Shalom and Eirēnē – The Biblical Meaning of Peace (00:06:20)

6. What Jesus Meant by “My Peace I Give You” (00:07:20)

7. When I Realized Peace Was Missing (00:08:20)

8. A Habit to Help You Receive God’s Peace (00:09:00)

9. Prayer for Peace + Closing Encouragement (00:09:45)