Going to War for Peace
August 24th, 2006 | Michael Pink
We are finishing up today on the subject of peace as a guiding principle. We have discussed the importance of bringing peace to your prospects and customers, but as the saying goes, “You can’t export what you don’t have.” Peace begets peace just like agitation begets agitation. You must determine to find the place of peace before you engage the client. And for that, you will have to go to war.
Not against flesh and blood, but against all those spiritual forces which try to keep you out of peace. Why do they fight you so? Because the best decisions are made from a position of inner peace and the worst are often made during a lack of peace. The Bible teaches in Proverbs 3:17 that all the paths of wisdom are peace. If you want the wisdom of God, it will be found on the path of peace.
How often we get off the path of peace. And don’t our children or spouses or coworkers or even clients know it? Find the path of peace and you will have wisdom enough for all your clients, friends and family too. Jesus said, “In your patience, possess your souls”. So how do you find the path of peace? You must choose it with perseverance and determination. You know what peace is; Fight to obtain that. The writer of Hebrews said, “Labor to enter the rest.” It’s the hardest work you will ever do and perhaps the most rewarding; for in that place, you will find everything else you need for life and business.
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August 25th, 2006 at 8:35 am
Excellent artical. In James chapter 3 we are told that wisdom that descends from above is pure, peaceable… There is much joy in making decission from a place of peace.
August 25th, 2006 at 9:15 am
WOW, what a powerful message. I have been at war for the last two years, while launching a company and going through personal struggles. Thank God for His faithfulness in always shining a light on our path, even when it seems so dark. These emails have been a strength to me and my organization along the way and I am so thankful for Michael Pink and his work.
August 25th, 2006 at 1:02 pm
As a bi-vocational pastor who is daily active in the realm of sales - this reminder is very vital. Jesus promised us His peace (John 14:27), and the adversary absolutely hates it. And, Satan (nor his demons) every play fair. Any time he can keep us in an uproar, we lost our focus on Christ.
As Paul, the Apostle said to the church at Ephesus - let us don the Whole Armor of God…and having done all, to stand.
August 25th, 2006 at 1:04 pm
This is exactly what I needed and have needed for awhile. God speaks to us in such awesome ways. Thank you for sharing His word.