A Double Edged Sword

Matthew 5:9-12

Philippians 4:6-7

1. Jesus asks us to have a peace that surpasses human understanding.
2. Jesus asks us to endure persecution like the prophets.
3. With both, He promises us adoption.

John 12:1-8

1. Mary chose perfume over picketing.
2. Mary was chastised not cheered.

Matthew 26:13

1. Mary was memorialized by her maker.

John 18:4-12

1. Peter chose a sword over sonship.
2. Peter was chastised not cheered.

Peter thought he was protecting the Prince of Peace.  Mary was protecting a promise.

Jesus asks us to have a peace that surpasses human understanding.