As we reflect on the birth of our Savior, it’s undeniable that there’s something wild and wonderful about the way He came to the world—especially a world desperate for peace but not quite able to reach it. Think about it: this is the child whose birth was announced in the heavens and yet He came quietly, in a stable, wrapped in cloth. He was simply a baby boy given to us, and somehow through Him, peace breaks into the world. And it’s not the kind of peace that makes us feel just a little bit better. This peace moves deep, anchoring us in a world that rarely offers rest.

When Isaiah called Jesus our Prince of Peace, he wasn’t talking about a serene landscape or quiet life free from trouble. He was speaking of something much fiercer and more substantial—the kind of peace that goes to war on our behalf. Jesus came to overthrow the very things that rob us of peace—the worries, shame, and darkness. This peace is not tame; it’s transformative. It’s the assurance of wholeness even when everything feels like it’s falling apart.

Imagine being in the presence of Jesus—the Prince of Peace Himself. Picture it: the One who doesn’t flinch in the face of storms and commands the seas to be still with a single word. He’s the Savior who walks into our messes unafraid and brings a peace that doesn’t depend on anything in this world. He’s looking at you with that strong, unbreakable love, and He says to you, “Peace, be still.”

But let’s be honest. Life has a way of pushing peace out of reach. We get caught in the struggle, in the grind, in holding it all together. We’re taught that we must manage it ourselves—to push through. Yet in our striving, Jesus comes as our Prince of Peace, inviting us to let go and surrender what we were never meant to carry alone. The peace He offers isn’t something we get once and move on from. No, it’s a daily invitation to draw close to Him—to be reminded of who He is and who we are in Him. His peace is the kind that grounds us, centers us, and brings us back to the heart of God. It’s the peace of knowing we are fully known, loved, and safe in His arms.

So today, amidst all the Christmas activities, take a moment to let that peace settle in. Breathe. The world will still rage with noise and chaos, but in the quiet of your soul, listen for the voice of the Prince of Peace. Let Him speak over you. Let Him calm the storm inside and fill you with a peace that’s unshakeable. And as you go forward, remember this: He is with you fighting for your heart, bringing you life, filling you with His peace.

That’s the beauty of the Prince of Peace; He doesn’t just bring peace, He is peace. And He’s with you, always.

Merry Christmas, family. God’s peace to you.