The Christian Doctrine of Peace
Overview
Published posthumously, this resource on Christian peace was one of the last edited works of Hastings. He not only focuses on what peace is for the Christian, but on social and culture peace as well. Hastings discusses peace with God, peace with man, peace of conscience, and the impact of war. Hastings includes bibliographies, examples, notes, and a detailed table of contents.
- Thorough exploration of the Christian doctrine of peace
- Practical and accurate treatment of Scripture
Top Highlights
“But shālōm is a wider word than the English word ‘peace.’ Its fundamental sense is well-being.” (Page 6)
“The peace of Christ—‘my peace,’ He calls it—is that heavenly tranquillity of the soul which belongs to the new regenerate life of man, to man’s eternal life, begun here in the sphere of time, and ended beyond the grave.” (Page 11)
“The word ‘peace’ in the Bible does not merely mean that rest and tranquillity, and absence of annoyance, which we understand by the word; but it means all positive blessings, both spiritual and temporal.” (Pages 3–4)
“What do we receive from the God of peace when we receive this gift which is called the peace of God?” (Page 20)
“Its commonest meaning by far, however, is the peace which flows from reconciliation with God, ‘the tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God, and content with its earthly lot, whatever that is’” (Page 7)
- Title: The Christian Doctrine of Peace
- Author: James Hastings
- Publisher: T & T Clark
- Publication Date: 1922
- Pages: 327